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Entertain This!
Turning Novels into Blockbusters: A Fantastical Journey ep219

Entertain This!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 72:45 Transcription Available


Send us a textImagine a world where your favorite books come to life on screen. Ever wondered which titles deserve that Hollywood magic? We kick things off with a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscing about old trivia buzzers and poking fun at our missing co-host. Then, we plunge into a spirited discussion about books we think should be turned into movies or TV shows. From "Predator: South China Sea" with its intense survival narrative to H.P. Lovecraft's eerie "The Call of Cthulhu," our picks span genres and eras, sparking some lively debates.Have you ever thought how epic Attila the Hun's rise would look on screen? Or reimagined "Star Wars: Heir to the Empire" with Luke rebuilding the Jedi Order? We share our vision of a cinematic universe where Keanu Reeves' "Berserker" brings an immortal warrior's inner turmoil to life. Mitchell's gripping tale of a game warden battling poachers and a Predator in the wilderness adds yet another layer of excitement. These stories, with their rich characters and thrilling plots, beg to be adapted into visual spectacles.And it doesn't stop there. We venture into the fantastical worlds of Tolkien's "The Silmarillion" and the heart-pounding survival story of "Hatchet." Ever dreamt of seeing the Fall of Gondolin's epic battles or a young boy's wilderness survival on screen? We've got you covered. We even touch on Tom Clancy's "Rainbow Six" and Batman: No Man's Land's post-apocalyptic Gotham. Wrapping up with our trademark humor, we share banter about bathroom breaks and the camaraderie that makes our podcast a joy to create. Join us for this episode packed with imaginative insights and endless entertainment possibilities!Support the show

Is This Just Fantasy?
Star Wars: Heir to the Empire

Is This Just Fantasy?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 91:50


Much to Geordie's horror he has been compelled to read another Star Wars book. And worse yet... he likes it. The fellas review Timothy Zahn's continuation of the original Star Wars trilogy. They have their first encounter with iconic characters like Thrawn and Mara Jade, discuss wife-guy Han Solo, the significance of light sabre colours, the presence of hot chocolate in the series, and Geordie vents his feelings on Star Wars fans.

Historias para ser leídas
Origen, de Timothy Zahn

Historias para ser leídas

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2024 12:28


¿Qué es la Inteligencia artificial?, ¿Qué es la inteligencia natural? Las novelas de Star Wars escritas por Timothy Zahn han alcanzado los cuatro millones de copias en global. Desde 1978 ha escrito cerca de setenta relatos y novelas cortas, veinte novelas y tres recopilaciones de relatos cortos. Ganó el premio a mejor novela en los Hugo Awards de 1984. Es célebre por siete novelas de Star Wars: Heir to the Empire, Dark Force Rising, The Last Command, Specter of the Past, Vision of the Future, Survivors Quest y Outbound Flight. En sus orígenes, la ciencia ficción solía dar más importancia a la creación de mundos que a la de personas. Las cosas (fueran planetas, astronaves o máquinas maravillosas) recibían a menudo más atención que las personas, que, en una paradójica inversión de roles, cedían al objeto el papel de sujeto. Pero, tras su primitiva euforia tecnológica, la ciencia ficción ha ido poniendo cada vez más énfasis en lo que Ballard llamó la exploración del espacio interior del hombre, en contraposición a la del espacio exterior. Desde esta perspectiva, el tema del encuentro adquiere una nueva dimensión: ya no se trata tanto de cruzar enormes distancias cósmicas para establecer contacto con los otros, con los extraños, sino, sobre todo, de cruzar los abismos psíquicos que separan a cada cual de los demás, sean o no extraterrestres. Carlo Fabretti Voz y sonido: Olga Paraíso 🛑BIO Olga Paraíso: https://instabio.cc/Hleidas 📢Telegram: https://t.me/historiasparaserleidas Si esta historia te ha cautivado y deseas unirte a nuestro grupo de taberneros galácticos, tienes la oportunidad de contribuir y apoyar mi trabajo desde tan solo 1,49 euros al mes. Al hacerlo, tendrás acceso exclusivo a todos las historias para nuestros mecenas y podrás disfrutar de todas las historias sin interrupciones publicitarias. ¡Agradezco enormemente tu apoyo y tu fidelidad!. 🚀 🖤Aquí te dejo la página directa para apoyarme: 🍻 https://www.ivoox.com/support/552842 🚀 Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

The Jacked Up Review Show Podcast
Antagonistic Week: STAR WARS: Heir to the Empire Book & Graphic Novel Trilogy Review (with Matt from Yub Cast!)

The Jacked Up Review Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 67:46


Matt from Yub Cast helps me dissect the writing, artwork & ideas present in the STAR WARS: Heir to the Empire Book Trilogy as well as its Graphic Novel version!                         MAIN LINKS:  LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview ⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/ ⁠ Blind Knowledge Podcast Network: ⁠https://www.blindknowledge.com/⁠       SHOW LINKS: YouTube: ⁠https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCIyMawFPgvOpOUhKcQo4eQQ⁠   iHeartRadio: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-jacked-up-review-show-59422651/⁠   Podbean: ⁠https://jackedupreviewshow.podbean.com⁠   Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7Eg8w0DNympD6SQXSj1X3M⁠   Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast/id1494236218⁠   RadioPublic: ⁠https://radiopublic.com/the-jacked-up-review-show-We4VjE⁠   Overcast: ⁠https://overcast.fm/itunes1494236218/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast⁠   Google Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9hNDYyOTdjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz⁠   Anchor:  ⁠https://anchor.fm/s/a46297c/podcast/rss⁠   PocketCasts: ⁠https://pca.st/0ncd5qp4⁠   CastBox:  ⁠https://castbox.fm/channel/The-Jacked-Up-Review-Show-Podcast-id2591222⁠   Discord:  ⁠https://discord.com/channels/796154005914779678/796154006358851586⁠         #MovieReview #FilmTwitter #PodFamily #PodcastersOfInstagram #Movies #Film #Cinema #Music #Reviews #Retrospect #Podcasts #MutantFam #MutantFamily #actionmystery #bmovies #scifihorror #truecrime #historydramas #warmovies #podcastcollabs #hottakes #edgy #cultmovies #nsfw #HorrorFam #badass                   

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The Doofcast
December Book Club - STAR WARS: HEIR TO THE EMPIRE by Tomothy Zahn

The Doofcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2024 78:17


Our final book of 2023 had us take a look at one of the most popular and well reguarded Star Wars novels from the pre-Disney era: Timothy Zahn's Star Wars: Heir to the Empire.  Note: This is an unedited audio copy of the live-streamed discussion over on YouTube, so you'll hear us interact with the audience a bit. Click here to submit a book for the Book Club January 2024's book is The Ferryman by Justin Cronin! We'll be meeting to discuss it on Friday, February 2nd at 9:30 PM Central time! Support us on Patreon Matt's Twitter: @moridinamael Scott's Twitter:@scottdaly85 Stay updated with Doof Media: @doofmedia See all of our podcasts, writing, and more at www.doofmedia.com

Podcast Stardust
Episode 624 - Grand Admiral Thrawn

Podcast Stardust

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 39:10


In anticipation of Thrawn's imminent return in Ahsoka, we dive into the literary and on screen history of the character and what makes him so compelling to Star Wars fans.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Thrawn's introduction in Timothy Zahn's Star Wars: Heir to the Empire novel, Thrawn's powers of deductive reasoning and habit of studying art, How Dave Filoni brought Thrawn into the current canon in Star Wars: Rebels, The new novels written by Zahn about Thrawn's history in the Chiss Ascendancy and another trilogy set around the events of Rebels and Rogue One, and Whether Thrawn is a villain or an anti-hero. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

The Lost Holocron
Heir to the Empire | Chapter 32 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 35:13


Chapter 32 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarIt is the aftermath of the Galactic Civil War. The New Republic and Imperial Remnants struggle for stability. On Kashyyyk, Leia Organa Solo and Chewbacca uncover the identity of the aliens responsible for their many attempted abductions, and head back to Coruscant with a promise of parley over the Forest Moon of Endor.Grand Admiral Thrawn and Captain Pellaeon had prepared an assault on the Sluis Van Shipyards, presently a hive for repurposed warships that are filling the logistical demands of the burgeoning New Republic. Using prototype cloaking technology, a freighter positions itself among the skeleton-crewed warships to unload a swarm of mole miners and TIE fighters, intended to board and hijack them.Wedge Antilles is already running escort to one such freighter Larkhess, and engages the threat forthwith. The Millenium Falcon, having just arrived from Myrkr, also engages the swarm of TIE fighters. Han Solo and Luke Skywalker identify the mole miners as the ones stolen from Lando Calrissian's mining operation on Nkllon. Injured though he is, Lando uses his override codes to disable the hijacked warships, though in the process leaving them all but destroyed.Thrawn graciously admits defeat to Pellaeon, edifying him on the importance of keeping the long game in mind. Chapter 32Lando's override of the mole miners has brought a quick end to the assault. However with capital ship support withdrawn, the remaining Imperial forces prove obstinate; with many space troopers willing to act as suicide bombers rather than assent to the call for surrender.The captain of the Larkhess voices the bleak outcome of the battle: this many decapitated warships is going to be hard to spin as a victory. Han receives a call from Leia: Akbar has been arrested for treason. Han will head immediately to Coruscant, with Luke just a few hours behind as soon as his X-Wing is able.TO BE CONTINUED … Links, Share, and SupportDocumentation for this chapterCross platform link for this chapterDiscuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteHosts' ThoughtsIs Zahn an MC Hammer fan?Han's idea is going to be such a political headacheImperial troopers are very committed to the cause: thoughts on Imperial culture?Support the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 31 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 55:54


Chapter 31 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarLuke Skywalker and Leia Organa Solo have been on the run from a mysterious taskforce set on abducting them, directed from the shadows of Imperial Command by Grand Admiral Thrawn. On Kashyyyk, Leia uncovers the identity of the Noghri assailants from one they manage to pull into custody.On Myrkr, Luke crashes in the wilderness with Mara Jade, an ex-Imperial operative with a mortal rancour for him. Caught in the act of an incidental kidnapping, Talon Karrde feels morally obliged to break his long-fought independence to work with Han Solo and Lando Calrissian in extracting Luke and Mara from the wilderness.Hoping to delay retribution from Grand Admiral Thrawn for his concealed (albeit reluctant) partisanship, Karrde stages an ambush in which Lando stakes his life on Luke's Jedi intuition. The gamble costs him dearly, leaving him mortally wounded, but betting on Luke wins out even without use of the Force.After a few weeks unconscious and imprisoned, a short-lived escape attempt, and days trekking through the wilderness with an animus Jade, Luke leaves Myrkr a free man with Han Solo and injured Lando Calrissian. Bound for Sluis Van, they hope to get Lando much needed medical attention, as well as repairs to Luke's crippled X-Wing.However, at the edge of the Sluissi system, Grand Admiral Thrawn and Captain Pellaeon are prepared for their assault on the Shipyards.Chapter 31The Sluis Van Shipyards are mired with repurposed warships trying to make up for the logistical deficiencies of the New Republic.While awaiting the processing of his charge, Wedge Antilles's instincts tell him to investigate an approaching freighter. Just before Rogue Squadron's approach, it literally explodes with activity, releasing TIE fighters and unidentified snub crafts. Having presently arrived, the Millenium Falcon jumps the docking regulations to enter the fray; Han and Luke both identify the snubs as Lando's stolen mole miners. At the edge of the Sluissi system, Thrawn and Pellaeon direct the Imperial assault. Upon seeing the Falcon, Thrawn is now certain of Karrde's earlier deception, but tucks that away for a later time. As the battle continues, Wedge, Han, and Luke discover the mole miners are being used to hijack the repurposed warships running materiel through the shipyard. Injured though he is, Lando activates his override codes for the mole miners, boring through the bridge of every escaping warship. Links, Share, and SupportDocumentation for this chapterCross platform link for this chapterDiscuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsConfirmed: Star Wars has teaStormtroopers still considered very threateningZahn really captures Han's mannerisms so well Support the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 30 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 59:23


Chapter 30 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarLuke Skywalker and Leia Organa Solo have been on the run from a mysterious taskforce set on abducting them, directed from the shadows of Imperial Command by Grand Admiral Thrawn. On Kashyyyk, Leia uncovers the identity of the Noghri assailants from one they manage to pull into custody.In the Sluissi Sector, Thrawn and Captain Pellaeon are prepared for their assault on the Sluis Van Shipyards, prototype cloaking technology in-hand and operational.On Myrkr, Luke ends up captured, disarmed, and recaptured, trekking through the wilderness with ex-Imperial operative Mara Jade. Thrawn had left a contingent of Stormtroopers at their exitpoint to intercept whom Thrawn suspected was Skywalker. Talon Karrde worked with Han Solo and Lando Calrissian to extract Luke and Mara, hoping to delay retribution from the Grand Admiral for his concealed (albeit reluctant) partisanship.In the ensuing ambush, Lando stakes his life on Luke's Jedi intuition. The gamble costs him dearly, leaving him mortally wounded, but betting on Luke wins out even without use of the Force.Chapter 30In the aftermath of the firefight, Karrde directs his people to evacuate Myrkr, believing their ruse impossible to hide from Thrawn's observational and inferential prowess. Before parting ways, he asks Solo to loan one of the New Republic 's gutted warships to help with the evacuation.Luke and Han help an injured but very much alive Lando onto the Millennium Falcon. They debrief each other as they depart, and Han says that he wants to take a detour through Sluis Van to give Lando proper medical treatment and Luke some much needed rest before diving into the political hotbed on Coruscant.However: Lying in wait at Sluis Van, Thrawn has begun his operation to take ships out of the shipyard. Upon hearing that the Imperial detachment on Myrkr has failed to report in, he concludes that Skywalker was indeed there, undoubtedly aided by Karrde. He makes a point of deferring retribution to focus on the imminent battle. Links, Share, and SupportDocumentation for this chapterCross platform link for this chapterDiscuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteTranscriptSupport the Show.

The Lost Holocron
Heir to the Empire | Chapter 29 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 51:36


Chapter 29 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarGrand Admiral Thrawn and Captain Pellaeon are engaged in preparations to assault the Sluis Van Shipyards. They have left a contingent of Stormtroopers at Hyllyard on Myrkr to intercept the survivors of a crash. Thrawn correctly suspects it may involve Luke Skywalker, but has insufficient evidence to implicate Talon Karrde in his duplicity. Han Solo and Lando Calrissian however sleuth out the truth, begrudging Karrde into cooperating to bring Luke back to safety.In the forest, Luke is marched by Mara Jade towards Hyllyard. Between the dangers of the forest and sleepless rotations, her animosity has boiled over to the point of confession. Before the deposition of the Emperor, she had held the position of Emperor's Hand: a covert operative answering to Palpatine's very mind.Disguised as best they can, Mara and Luke exit the forest into Imperial custody. As they are marched through Hyllyard, Karrde's men hand over a roughed up Han Solo. Han covertly alerts Luke and Mara of an imminent ambush, but Luke sees a tactical alternative. He creates a ruckus so that R2-D2 can inform the ambushers (via C-3PO in binary droid-speak) on the optimal timing for their attack. Chapter 29The ambush is set, but with new information from C-3PO, Lando and Karrde's administrator Aves butt heads over whether to abide by their strategic preparations or Luke's intuition. Blaster to Ave's head, Lando stakes his and Karrde's mens' lives on Luke; a gamble that leaves him mortally wounded.In the firezone, Luke, Mara, and Han take cover until Luke can engage his plan. On his command, Han creates a distraction for R2-D2 to toss Luke's lightsaber for him. In the confusion, Luke fells the very archway the Imperials are using for cover, destroying the armoured Imperial Chariot. Links, Share, and SupportDocumentation for this chapterCross platform link for this chapterDiscuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsAt first I thought Han had Hoodini his way out of the cuffs and was immediately disappointed to remember he was set up with dummy cuffs"Blazing green blade" :( there goes my theory (though Luke was the POV character so maybe there's special pleading to be had)“The blade slicing through the listening stormtrooper armour with hardly a tug to mark its passing.” HOLY S***Luke casually destroying cultural artefacts throughout this bookBimm tapestriesMykyrian architecture(More? Chewbacca)“Threepio said, obviously relieved that somebody was finally listening to him.” Threepio needs better friendsLando suddenly getting some pathosMaybe you mean ethos? (his belief in Luke)Luke = Kairos (timeliness)Aves = Logos (logic: tactics)Luke's blade color gets mentioned, but not Leia's?!Luke's lightsaber has a lock. Seems dangerous to throw it without the Force thoughSupport the Show.

The Lost Holocron
Heir to the Empire | Chapter 28 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 39:33


Chapter 28 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn.The Story So FarAfter Luke Skywalker's X-Wing sustained damage to its hyperdrive in an altercation with an Imperial Star Destroyer, Grand Admiral Thrawn puts out a bounty for his capture. Perchance (or perhaps something more sinister) Luke is picked up by smuggling lord Talon Karrde, who is reluctant to break his neutrality in the struggle between the Imperial Remnants and the New Republic.They return to Myrkr, but Luke escapes followed by Mara Jade. Luke crashes both his and his pursuer's Skipray starfighters in the harsh Mykyr forest. Jade recaptures Luke, marching him at blasterpoint through the forest.Circumstantially present to witness the chase, Thrawn is told by Karrde that it is an internal dispute. Thrawn departs to prepare for a military operation, but suspecting subterfuge leaves a contingent of stormtroopers to receive the crashed pilots trekking through the wilderness.Having uncovered the incidental abduction of Luke, Han Solo and Lando Calrissian work with the indebted Karrde to guide Mara and Luke to safety.In the forest, Luke and Mara receive the encrypted warning of the waiting stormtroopers. After sleepless days of marching, Mara reaches a breaking point and reveals that she was an operative, known as the Emperor's Hand; the Emperor's death and her own subsequent ruination she blames entirely on him.Chapter 28After the catharsis about her past, Mara has dropped her overt hostility and adopted a more surly attitude towards Luke, more willingly working with him to exit the forest.With the sound of the Imperial speeders echoing around them, Luke and Mara discuss the best strategy for emergence; he stows his lightsaber into R2-D2's dome for safekeeping, they exchange weapons to swap apparent roles, and Mara applies some erythrogenic/anaphylactic local flora to Luke's face to obscure his identity.Prepared, they emerge from the forest into the hands of the Imperials. They are taken to the major in charge of the Imperial contingent who regards them with suspicion. In spite of Luke's feigned protests, they are both detained until further interrogation in the city.On Hyllyard's highstreet, a group of Karrde's henchmen is relieved of their weapons while delivering a scoundrel — a roughed up Han Solo — for Imperial Justice. However, Han is a plant, here to warn the Imperial detainees of Karrde's imminent ambush. Seeing a tactical opportunity, Luke creates a commotion so that R2-D2 can inform the ambushers (via C-3PO in binary droid-speak) on the optimal timing for their attack.Links, Share, and SupportDocumentation for this chapterCross platform link for this chapterDiscuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsWas that really Chin?Mara's change is jarringI would love an audio map“[Luke] couldn't help but wonder if this was the sort of trick a Jedi should use.” Shut the f*** up with this B&W thinking, LukeImperials and their perfect maneuversMention of "hover scouts" reminds me of the droid STAPSupport the Show.

The Lost Holocron
Heir to the Empire | Chapter 27 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 53:39


Chapter 27 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn.The Story So FarThe New Republic is in the painful process of transitioning from a military power to a political one. However, the continuing threat of the Imperial Remnants have come under the command of a new, unknown and prestigious commander, Grand Admiral Thrawn. The Admiral's plot to overthrow the New Republic and reestablish the Galactic Empire involves kidnapping the New Republic's Force-sensitive heroes, pregnant Leia Organa Solo and Luke Skywalker, in order to negotiate the allegiance of Dark Jedi clone, Joruus C'baoth.On Kashyyyk, Leia and Chewbacca thwart another abduction and, during the interrogation of a captured Noghri operative, Leia is identified by Khabarakh as the heir of Darth Vader, whom the Noghri people revere. Despite Salporin — Chewbacca's childhood friend — having died in the attempted abduction, Leia grants clemency in the hopes of being granted a solo parley on the Noghri homeworld.On Myrkr, Luke is at the mercy of the unforgiving wilderness and animus Mara Jade, as she marches him at blasterpoint back to civilization. Reaching a breaking point, Jade reveals that she was an operative subordinate to the Emperor himself: the Emperor's Hand. Blaming Luke for the despoliation of the Emperor and all that buttressed her existence, she begrudges the charity that he shows her in spite of all her animosity.Chapter 27Grand Admiral Thrawn and Captain Pelleaon are entering active preparation for the raid on Sluis Van. The Imperial Remnants have stretched their resources to implement the prototype shield technology they recovered from the Emperor's storehouse on Wayland, and now is the final test.Thrawn is pleased with the outcome of both their preparations and the prototype test, and greenlights the Sluissi operation. Pellaeon raises objections to Thrawn's self-assurance, but has his points thoroughly rebuked by the Admiral. The operation will go ahead as planned without the involvement of C'baoth.On Coruscant, the political climate is reaching a boiling point, with support waning from the bureaucratic Admiral Akbar in favour of the sentient-of-the-people Fey'lya. Wedge grimly accepts his marching orders to fly escort for a shipment bound for Bpfassh via Sluis Van.Links, Share and SupportDocumentation for this chapterCross platform link for this chapterDiscuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsTHIS is how you show the bomb under the tableThrawn has been cold about the noghri before, but "long before we run out of noghri" paints a new picture with the revelation from Khabarakh. Has Thrawn galaxy brained a supply need on Bpfassh that takes his materiel through Sluis Van?Is C'baoth's motivation in Thrawn's blind spot?What does the shield tech do?What did you think of the exchange between Wedge and the customs officer?Is wedge going to single-handedly stop Thrawn?Thrawn taunting Pellaeon over being force puppetsSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 26 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 50:36


Chapter 26 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn.The Story So FarOn Kashyyyk, Leia Organa Solo has gone into hiding with Chewbacca but they are once again set upon by their attempted abductors. Through a mixture of struggle, luck, and perceptiveness, the kidnapping is thwarted with an assailant in custody. During the interrogation, the Noghri Khabarakh identifies Leia as the Mal'ary'ush — the daughter and heir to Darth Vader, whom the Noghri people hold in high esteem. Despite having killed Chewbacca's childhood friend, Leia grants clemency in the hopes of being granted a solo parley on the Noghri homeworld.On Myrkr after having crashed in the wilderness, Luke Skywalker and sworn mortal enemy Mara Jade have to rely on each other's skills to survive the return to civilization. Mara marches Skywalker at blasterpoint as she struggles with her ideals, vendetta, and the realities of her situation. Despite the obvious enmity, she remains reticent about her past and his transgression.To make matters more complicated, Grand Admiral Thrawn has left a contingent of stormtroopers at their exit point to catch Mara's superior Talon Karrde in the lie of having no involvement with Skywalker, as Karrde also hides Han Solo and Lando Calrissian away from the observant Imperial Commander.Han and Lando are first to uncover the deception and gain valuable intel that may lead the New Republic to identify Thrawn as the mysterious commander of the reorganised Imperial Remnants.Privately, Karrde laments his predicament and reluctantly gives the order for his people to execute Skywalker should his deception be exposed to the Imperials.Chapter 26After two days straight using stimpills to evade sleep, Mara is starting to crack; she can feel her reflexes dulled in a close encounter with a vornskr. To her chagrin, Skywalker seems to be taking every opportunity to sleep.They stop to retrieve information from Skywalker's X-Wing, finally receiving a message from Karrde. To Mara's surprise, a New Republic droid is representing both Karrde and Solo in their debrief. They learn that the Grand Admiral's suspicions have led to an Imperial detachment awaiting their emergence from the forest at Hyllyard. Given that Karrde's explanation to Thrawn gendered the identities of neither the “disgruntled employee” nor the pursuer, Karrde suggested that Skywalker and Mara swap roles to obfuscate Skywalker's identity.They are set upon by another vornskr, but this time Mara is too slow to react and is knocked unconscious. Luke jumps into action, reclaiming his lightsaber and cutting down the threat. Jade regains consciousness, but menaces Luke with her blaster to disarm. He acquiesces to throwing down his lightsaber, imploring once more to understand his transgression against her; to which bitterly she too acquiesces.Mara Jade was known as the Emperor's Hand; an operative outside Imperial bureaucracy that could utilise any means necessary to achieve Palpatine's machinations. With the Emperor assassinated, she lost everything, and had been scrounging a life together since Imperial defeat over the Forest Moon of Endor.Share and SupportFind links and more in our Release DocumentShare this episodeDiscuss on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 25 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 59:56


Chapter 25 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn.The Story So FarLeia Organa Solo and Luke Skywalker are on the run as a mysterious race of aliens are trying to kidnap them. Unbeknownst to them, they are a task force under the control of a new, clandestine leader — Grand Admiral Thrawn: a leader with machinations to overthrow the burgeoning New Republic and re-establish the Galactic Empire.Han Solo and Lando Calrissian have met with smuggling lord Talon Karrde, offering stable contracts fulfilling the logistical needs of the New Republic. Karrde however wishes to remain independent, but caught by his own ideals and the burden of entertaining both sides, he is caught in the act and forced to divulge information that may lead Han and Lando to the identification of the mysterious Imperial Commander, as well as to admit to being complicit in the capture of Luke Skywalker.Only moments before the revelation, Luke managed to escape but crashes both his own ship and that of his pursuer. Tethered to each other for survival, Karrde's maverick lieutenant, Mara Jade, marches the recaptured Rebel Hero through the Mrkyr wilderness, a species of which has been used to suppress Luke's connection to the Force and leave him vulnerable.On Kashyyyk, Leia and Chewbacca have gone into hiding, under the protection of Chewbacca's childhood friend Salporin and Ralracheen. Almost immediately after their arrival, Leia spots one of their kidnappers. Despite their quick response, the wookiees find no evidence of having been watched.Chapter 25Leia awakens before dawn with a vague sense of having overstayed her period of safety. She is indeed correct as the grey-skinned aliens appear out of the gloom. She smites one of her would-be kidnappers and another — after mysteriously faltering — is knocked unconscious by Chewbacca.Together with Ralracheen, they descend the Great Tree. The assailants want Leia alive, and so  pursue at a distance, which Leia uses to her advantage to lay a trap to disable the remaining kidnappers.With one assailant in custody, Leia proceeds with an interrogation. The kidnapper, Khabarakh, identifies Leia as the Mal'ary'ush — the daughter and heir to Lord Darth Vader. Khabarakh divulges the identity and motivations of the noghri people through their debt of gratitude to Vader and — by extension — the Empire. Leia manoeuvres negotiations to extend a parlay between the noghri and Leia herself.Khabarakh is sent offworld to convey Leia's offer of a parlay to the noghri, as begins a period of mourning for Chewbacca's lifelong friend Salporin, who was killed in the attack.LinksKill Bill PropWhat is 'oral posture'?Stuart's post on the r/MawInstillationShare and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteMore in Release DocumentSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 24 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 40:42


Chapter 24 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarLeia Organa Solo has gone into hiding with Chewbacca on his homeworld of Kashyyyk, though their attempts seem like they may be for not.On Myrkr, Luke Skywalker, having just escaped from the capture of smugglers Talon Karrde and Mara Jade, crashes his and his pursuer's starfighters into the forest. Jade and Skywalker are tethered and dependent on each other for survival. Luke is now at the mercy of this woman whose life he supposedly ruined and wants him dead.Back at his compound, Karrde is hosting an Imperial visitation while trying to hide from both Imperials and New Republic representatives, Han Solo and Lando Calrissian, his dealings with each side, while also dealing with his escaped prisoner, Skywalker. Chapter 24Karrde apologises to Han and Lando after their dinner interruption by the Imperials. Han presses Karrde about his dealing with them but Karrde refuses to sell them information but does convince them to stay for their safety. Han and Lando ostensibly return to the Falcon but break off behind the treeline to play detective on the prisoner that Karrde had been keeping in one of the storehouses. While their investigation is interrupted by the reappearance of Karrde, they piece the clues together that Luke had been the prisoner. Karrde admits to the situation and tells them that — as far as they know — Luke and Jade are safe and making their return through the forest. On the Chimera, Thrawn suspects the truth of Karrde's deception and dispatches a contingent of Stormtroopers to lie in wait for the survivors of the crash to emerge from the forest at the closest settlement. In the forest as dusk fades away, Mara grapples with her cognitive dissonance between newfound loyalties and her fierce independent streak. She is frustrated at the encumbrance of Skywalker and his droid. After putting down a wild vornskr, she takes some stimpills and renews her determination to be the one to kill Skywalker when this is all through. At his compound, Karrde laments his choices and how they have brought him to this predicament. He is reluctant to order the execution of Skywalker, but would rather that than taking his chances having crossed Grand Admiral Thrawn. Karrde wonders if — like his pet vornskrs — his domestication of Mara has taken enough to navigate a safe return. LinksMonty Python and the Holy Grail (Get on with it!)Speak No Evil (2022)The Fall of The Simpsons: How it Happened Terminal vs instrumental goalsHal fixing a light bulb (from Malcolm in the Middle) Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' Thoughts[see our doc]Support the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 23 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 53:43


Chapter 23 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn.The Story So FarLuke Skywalker is disarmed and immobilised in a sequence of events leading to his capture by smuggling lord Talon Karrde and his leftenant Mara Jade. While appraising the situation, Karrde finds himself playing host to New Republic representatives.Offworld, Leia Organa-Solo has gone to ground on the wookiee homeworld of Kashyyyk with Chewbacca, but she has already spotted one of her attempted-kidnappers.Han Solo and Lando Calrissian fail to convince Karrde to provide logistical support for the New Republic, but during dinner Grand Admiral Thrawn announces his own visitation. Karrde hurries them out of dinner to receive the Grand Admiral.Luke escapes his confinement and steals a Skipray, but Jade is not far behind.Chapter 23Luke has made his escape attempt in a stolen Skipray but Jade is in hot pursuit. He skims the tree canopy to avoid notice from the Imperials coming in to land from orbit. Just as he is about to pull a manoeuvre to shake Jade from his tail, he clips the trees and crashes into the forest.Back at the compound, Karrde receives Thrawn's landing party. Unaware of the crash, Karrde is unable to refuse the ostensible repayment for supplying Thrawn with ysalamiri. Thrawn orders his already-prepared troops to investigate the crash.From behind the treeline, Han and Lando watch the conversation. Their chaperon, the slicer Ghent, is anxious to get them back to the cover and safety of the Falcon. Ghent has little to offer to appease their curiosity, but it is enough for Han and Lando to investigate elsewhere.At the crash site, Luke returns to consciousness unharmed. Before he can escape, his moral compunction presses him to check on Jade, only for her to be lying in wait for such Jedi drivel.As they leave the ruined craft, Jade hears an approaching craft that she recognises as Imperial. They hide as the crash is searched and left.Luke struggles to convince Jade to keep him alive for the long trek to salvation. She is reluctantly won over by the necessity to send an encrypted transmission to Karrde using the idiosyncratic encoding shared between R2-D2 and Luke's captured X-Wing.LinksGAT-12 Skipray Blastboat | WookieepediaPIT maneuver - WikipediaTime dilation - WikipediaAvatar: the Last AirbenderVenture Bros.Class of 3000Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsNew Starship, Luke: "I could master this", also Luke: crashesDoes Ghent not know what lizards are?Thrawn is so slippery I love itSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 22 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 56:22


Chapter 22 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarLuke Skywalker and Leia Organa Solo are evading Imperial capture by the unknown leader of the Imperial remnants, Grand Admiral Thrawn. Thrawn uses the ysalamiri to void the Force so that he may negotiate the continued allegiance of dark Jedi clone Joruus C'Baoth, who has called to Luke to meet on Jormark through the Force. Leia has taken shelter with Chewbacca on Kashyyyk, while Luke — desiring help to rebuild the Jedi Order — follows the mysterious beckon. Meanwhile, Han Solo and Lando Calrissian find a point of contact with Smuggling Lord Talon Karrde's organisation, hoping to extend legitimate business relationships fulfilling the logistical needs of the New Republic. Luke was ambushed by Imperials on his way to Jormark, narrowly escapes, but is eventually captured by Independent Talon Karrde in deep space, after being disarmed both technologically and metaphysically. He awakens a week later to find himself still firmly in Karrde's grasp while Karrde deliberates his fate and his leftenant — Mara Jade — seethes over the pain Luke has seemingly caused in her veiled past. With Solo and Calrissian inbound and Skywalker detained, Karrde and Jade make temporary arrangements to keep the New Republic representatives unaware of each other. Luke is trying to take advantage of the impromptu situation to mount his escape. Chapter 22Han's pitch to join the New Republic fails to win over Karrde, who values independence — thus the appearance of neutrality — over all. So when Han offers a covert arrangement, Karrde warns not to underestimate the reach of Imperial Intelligence, which strikes a sore spot and reminds Han to ask for an adept slicer, whom Karrde graciously agrees to introduce over dinner. During their meal and shortly after introductions, Karrde has to excuse himself to tend to an emergency: the Grand Admiral is announcing that he himself will be making a courtesy call. Mara is impatient to propitiate Thrawn by handing over the people she sees as impediments but — among other considerations, being the gracious host that he is — Karrde views Solo and Calrissian as his guests and thus entitled to his protection. He orders her to prepare for Thrawn's arrival and obfuscate any indications of non-neutrality.Unknowing of the developing predicament, Luke escapes from the storehouse with R2-D2 they were being held in and head for his X-Wing. When it's not where they expects it to be, they commandeer one of Karrde's fighters to facilitate their escape. Jade witnesses the unauthorised flight and deduces that Skywalker has escaped. Chiding herself over her failures to exact her vendetta, she is now in unhindered pursuit of him.LinksWe've reached our character limit. Please check the Release Document below for all links and thoughts.Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsToo many POV for StuartMETAL trees!!Support the Show.

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Hot10 Comic Books Ft. @GemMintCollectibles 6.10.23

Bags & Boards Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2023 20:51


Lots of key comic book back issues have been on the rise lately. Gem Mint and Comic Tom are here to help you navigate the Hottest 10 Back Issues for this week! Frank Miller's Wolverine is unstoppable, Star Wars: Heir to the Empire seems to stay hot, Jim Steranko issues of Nick Fury are heating up as the Secret Invasion near, the 'first' appearance of Wolverine is finally becoming a grail comic, Amazing Spider-Man 252 remains a modern comic book classic, Neal Adams covers for Batman never go out of style, the Prowler is making news in the Spider-Verse, Ahsoka Tano is cutting down the competition, Rom Space Knight is charging into battle, and Lobo is hoping to ride to the top spot yet again!

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 21 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 39:11


Chapter 21 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarLuke Skywalker and Leia Organa Solo are evading Imperial capture as — unknown to them — Grand Admiral Thrawn has promised them to dark Jedi clone Joruus C'Baoth in exchange for his allegiance. While Chewbacca and Leia go to ground on Kashyyyk, Luke is captured by Talon Karrde in deep space, after being disarmed both physically and metaphysically. He awakens a week later to find himself still firmly in Karrde's grasp while the smuggling lord deliberates his fate and his lieutenant — Mara Jade — seethes over the pain Luke has seemingly caused in her mysterious past. Meanwhile, Han Solo and Lando Calrissian find a point of contact with Karrde's organisation, hoping to extend legitimate business relationships from the New Republic. Tipping Fynn Torve off to escape the entanglement with local authorities of a cargo seizure, Han and Lando broker a deal with Torve to get a face-to-face with Talon Karrde back at Karrde's base of operations. Chapter 21Mara Jade convenes with Talon Karrde to discuss the conundrum facing them: Han and Lando will be arriving presently, escorting an indebted Fynn Torv. Even though they hold Luke hostage, Karrde is unwilling to tip his hand without first determining Thrawn's specific interest in Skywalker, and thus his fair market value. Karrde decides the best course of action is for Jade to relocate Skywalker to a storeroom while he plays host to Skywalker's unwitting allies. In the storeroom, Luke presumes that he has been left to his own devices in a sudden scramble. He makes contact with R2 in the next room of the storehouse, but — underestimating Karrde's thoroughness — he finds no purchase on which to mount an escape. That is, until he realises an advantage hiding right under his own (prosthetic) skin.  LinksHK47: How to kill a jediThing is LSw's HandWilly Wonka is the surviving Weasly Brother theorytFA original openingThe Lightsaber blaster rifleGL's opinion on the EUWhen Luke is directing Leia to destroy Jabba's Barge, he gets shot in the handComment your favourite poster on our Instagram storyShare and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsA very specific "f*** you" to Tim in this chapter Can Jedi meditate when their Force ability is cut off?Luke disassembling his hand is some SAW sh**Are we referring back to the OT too often?Maddening Jedi serenitySupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 20 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 65:17


Chapter 20 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarLuke Skywalker and Leia Organa Solo are evading Imperial capture as — unknown to them — Grand Admiral Thrawn has promised them to dark Jedi clone Joruus C'Baoth in exchange for his alliance. While Leia and Chewbacca have gone to Kashyyyk, Han Solo and Lando Calrissian are broadcasting decoy messages using C-3PO as a voice mimic. They are also trying to contact smuggling lord Talon Karrde in hopes to extend legitimate business relationships from the New Republic. Thrawn is preparing to attack Sluis Van so rather than continue their own pursuit he orders a bounty on Luke's capture. Luck would have it that Mara Jade drops the Wild Karrde out of hyperspace for a routine procedure to find a stranded Luke leading to his capture by Karrde. When Luke awakens, he finds himself helpless, severed from the Force, while Karrde weighs his fate. Chapter 20Han and Lando arrive on Abregado Rae looking for a point of contact with Karrde's organisation. Before leaving the ship, Han exchanges coded messages with Winter over comms about the increasingly strained situation on Coruscant. They disembark and enter LoBue, a local casino. Han spots a familiar face, Fynn Torve, and wedges himself into their ongoing game of sabacc. Han surreptitiously reports to Torve that his ship is being seized. Before the game can progress past the deal, though, Han is accused of cheating by a burly reverend. In the ensuing commotion, Lando escapes with the contact. Back on the Falcon, Han and Lando broker a deal with Torve to get a face-to-face with Talon Karrde back at Karrde's base of operations. LinksGial Ackbar | Wookieepedia xkcd - What If: Everybody Jump The Mandalorian - IMDb Scott's toysShare and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsObrigado means thanks in Portuguese Oh hey, Winter's back!Dadmiral Ackbar

On My Box

Subscriber-only episodeWhile recording Episode 94: The Bad Batch, Episode II, Josh "The Darkstar" Greenwalt and myself took a moment to talk about some of the content that was announced at the Star Wars 2023 Celebration. During that segment we were both mostly excited about the upcoming Dave Filoni movie, that might or might not be titled, Heir to the Empire. Before I talk about the original Heir to the Empire story I play back the conversation Josh and Myself had. Then I give my person thoughts on the Heir to the Empire source material and the upcoming Filoni movie.I talked about Grand Admiral Thrawn and the Heir to the Empire story on On My Box BONUS episode: The Ashoka teaser (https://www.buzzsprout.com/348632/12616276).Listen to On My Box episode 94: The Bad Batch, Episode II (https://www.buzzsprout.com/348632/12934693).Subscribe to On My Box + to listen to exclusive BONUS Episodes (https://www.buzzsprout.com/348632/subscribe)Follow the podcast on Instagram @ onmybox_podcast (https://www.instagram.com/onmybox_podcast/)Follow the podcast on Facebook @OnMyBoxPodcast (http://www.facebook.com/OnMyBoxPodcast) Follow Joe Greene on Twitter @JWGreene4 (https://twitter.com/JWGreene4)Music provided by Infraction No Copyright MusicSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3FqoNJ6

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 19 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 55:08


Chapter 19 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarLuke Skywalker and Leia Organa Solo are evading Imperial capture as — unknown to them — Grand Admiral Thrawn has promised them to dark Jedi clone Joruus C'Baoth in exchange for his alliance.While Leia and Chewbacca have gone to Kashyyyk, Han Solo and Lando Calrissian are broadcasting decoy messages using C-3PO as a voice mimic. They are also trying to contact smuggling lord Talon Karrde in hopes to extend legitimate business relationships from the New Republic.Luke is ambushed following the call of a mysterious Jedi Master to Jomark by Thrawn. In the escape, his X-Wing fails, leaving him stranded in deep space. While R2-D2 completes repairs on the subspace radio, Luke is hailed by the Wild Karrde. Luke is offered passage by Karrde, however is caught off-guard and knocked unconscious, falling into Karrde's capture.Chapter 19Luke awakens in some kind of barrack dorm on an unfamiliar forest world. He attempts to use his Jedi powers to refresh himself and takes in his surroundings. His attempts are apparently unsuccessful and he is startled by the presence of Mara Jade, whom he could not sense in the Force. In fact, he can sense nothing at all, and his lightsaber hangs from her hip.She takes him from his holdings across the forest-side compound to have another conversation with Karrde about politics, intrigue, and his predicament. Luke learns of the ysalamiri and a little of the circumstances of how he came to be (in no small measure due to Jade's influence) in the possession of Karrde's group.This interaction does not end with Luke unconscious; he is instead marched icily back to his "accommodation" by Jade.LinksWhy Zebra Are Terrible HorsesConversation pit - WikipediaSTAR WARS - THE FORCE UNLEASHED Ep 1DL-21 blaster pistol | WookieepediaStar Wars: Heir to the Empire - Chapter 19 (DarthAngelus | YouTube)Froffli | WookieepediaBroccoli HairstyleThe Lost Holocron on InstagramShare and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsEthical trespass of drugging an unconscious personLuke's emotional intelligence is through the roofTatooine horror storiesLast of the Jedi, new and only candidate for space pope, why would Luke not realise his valueIs Karrde just another cult leader?What if Jade is the Emperor's daughter?Mara Jade doesn't seem to like Mon Mothma either!Support the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 18 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 32:11


Chapter 18 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarGrand Admiral Thrawn is leading the Imperial remnants from the shadows in a grand plan to destroy the New Republic and re-establish the Galactic Empire. Luke Skywalker was on his way to meet Joruus C'Baoth, whom Luke believes will be able to help him rebuild the Jedi Order. However, the Jedi Master is actually a Dark Jedi clone in league with the Grand Admiral. Luke is ambushed by Thrawn en route, but in the escape his X-Wing fails, leaving him stranded in deep space. Despondent, he enters a Jedi hibernation, delegating R2 to perform the tedious repairs to the subspace radio so that they might hail much needed help.Leia Organa Solo and Chewbacca head to the wookiee homeworld of Kashyyyk seeking sanctuary. Leia spots a conspicuous alien face, which she recognises as one of the assailants from Bimmissari. The wookiees are ready to defend her, but are unable to verify her sighting. Undeterred, they are vigilant for any sign of treachery. Han and Lando venture solo to both act as decoy for Leia's whereabouts and in the hope of making contact with the aloof smuggling lord, Talon Karrde. Karrde has shown time and time again to seek value beyond credits and has taken on a new apprentice, Mara Jade. He is keen to uncover her mysterious past, along with what value may be mined from such knowledge. Chapter 18Luke is roused by R2 from his Jedi hibernation as an unfamiliar ship approaches, which identifies itself as the Wild Karrde. Stranded in deep space with  no alternatives, they accept passage to an undisclosed location. Luke is taken to meet the ship's captain, Talon Karrde. Karrde is unimpressed with Luke's appearance, and directs his attention to the cockpit where Luke senses the bitter, black hate hidden within Mara Jade. Luke is unable to explain her contempt for him, nor provide any other information that Karrde deems valuable. Suddenly, Karrde rewards Luke's lack of caution with a stun bolt, succeeding where Thrawn's Noghri had failed; in capturing the Last of the Jedi. LinksVader is stunted from self-loathingWacky waving inflatable arm flailing tube manShare and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsLuke got played, but it's also much safer for Karrde to offer passage to someone unconsciousJade's hate is compared to not Vader's but the Emperor's!Karrde > NoghriYAY KARRDE HAS A REASON TO BE HERELuke is a private citizen nowStupid Luke thinking his lightsaber would go unnoticedfinally gonna find some things out about MJ?A fun image of Mara Jade with Corran Horn and Talon KarrdeSupport the Show.

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Hot10 Comic Book Back Issues List Ft.@GemMintCollectibles 5.19.23

Bags & Boards Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 18:56


Another week of comic book back issues spiking! Gem Mint and Comic Tom are on hand to break down the 10 Hottest Back Issues of the Week! Deadpool 3 is making his first appearance in New Mutants hit new highs, Tomb of Dracula is rising up the list, Daredevil issue on is becoming a serious Silver-Age comic book grail, Ra's al Ghul could be the next hot Batman villain, Rocket Racoon in Hulk comics is making news, A Man Called Nova is soaring into deep space, the Reverse Flash is running to catch up, Akira is getting another shot at the big screen, Star Lord's first appearance is setting new records, and the Star Wars: Heir to the Empire comic continues to work it's way to the top.

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Hot10 Comic Books Ft. @GemMintCollectibles 5.13.23

Bags & Boards Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 18:34


Could the Writers' Guild strike impact comic book sales? Let's see which books Tom and Gem will be discussing in this week's Hot 10 Comic Book Back Issues! Amazing Spider-Man villains keys are among the safest comic book purchases, Star Wars Heir to the Empire comics are spiking, Poison ivy continues to leave a mark on the competition, Swamp Thing is coming to James Gunn's DC, Frank Miller's Daredevil versus Punisher comics are battling it out, Harley Quinn's first appearance is a true modern grail book, the Walking Dead issue 1 remains a massive indie comic grail, with the Star Wars: Ahsoka show on the horizon her early keys are blasting away on the list, the Flash key comics are racing to the top of the list, and Hulk 181 might reach new heights with the release of Deadpool 3!

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 17 | The Lost Holocron

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Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 61:56


Chapter 17 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarLuke Skywalker, Leia Organa Solo, Han Solo, and Chewbacca travel to Nkllon seeking Lando Calrissian. However, before they can touch down, the mining planet is raided by the Imperials. During the ensuing space battle Luke's mind is touched by another Jedi. He intends to follow the beckon to Jomark hoping to find a master that can guide him in rebuilding the Jedi Order. Leia and Chewbacca head to the wookiee homeworld of Kashyyyk, while Han and Lando venture to make contact with aloof smuggling lord Talon Karrde. Grand Admiral Thrawn ambushes Luke on his heading but fails to capture him. Rather than pursue Luke further, he orders Captain Pallaeon to put a bounty on Skywalker's capture, as he refocuses the Imperial Fleet for their upcoming raid on Sluis Van.  Chapter 17As Thrawn had predicted, catastrophic failure befalls Luke's X-Wing half a lightyear after his escape. Both the hyperdrive and subspace radio are damaged beyond repair, leaving him and R2 (in his own words) where "we can't leave, we aren't likely to be found, and can't call for help". After investigating the damage, Luke decides the only thing to do is to try to reconstruct the subspace radio. Delegating the tedious task to R2, he enters a Jedi hibernation. Leia and Chewie arrive to Kashyyyk, and the tree-city of Rwookrrorro. They are greeted by Ralrracheen and Salporin, and Leia is surprised that she can communicate effectively with Ralrracheen. Leia learns a little about wookiee culture, but on the way to her supposed safehouse, she spots one of the aliens responsible for her attempted kidnapping on Bimmisaari. LinksMore in the Release Document belowThe ingenious living bridges of IndiaStar Wars X-Wing Cross SectionOn being a science consultant for Avengers: EndgameRadium Girls | Maximum FunThe Enigma of Amigara Fault (claustrophobia trigger warning)TRUE Limits Of Humanity – The Final Border We Will Never CrossShare and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsMore in the Release Document aboveDeep Space SectionCourage the Cowardly AstromechTechnobabble: yay or nay?Luke poking around sets off my claustrophobiaKashyyyk SectionWriting around language barriersLeia is a racist?Rwrookrrorro is the village you go to in KOTOR!Support the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 16 | The Lost Holocron

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Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 31:13


Chapter 16 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarGrand Admiral Thrawn is leading the Imperial remnants from the shadows in a grand conspiracy to destroy the New Republic and re-establish the Galactic Empire, employing the help of dark Jedi clone, Joruus C'Baoth. Last and first of the Jedi, Luke Skywalker lacks the confidence to be the teacher needed to rebuild the Jedi Order. However, during a space battle in the Athega System, Luke makes contact with a Jedi promising to lead him forward.  All the while, Leia and Luke are on the run to evade the capture of the mysterious Imperial commander. They've run to Lando Calrissian on Nklon, and now Chewbacca leads Leia to Kashyyyk for protection while Han Solo and Lando broadcast decoy signals giving the illusion that Leia is still on the run.Thrawn is not so easily deceived, as he plans another ambush for Luke. Chapter 16Luke is pulled out of hyperspace into a slaughter: his Jedi senses tell him that there's no one left alive on the cargo ship incurring the ire of an Imperial Star Destroyer. He narrowly escapes the literal tractor beam grasp of the Imperials but unwittingly incurs serious damage to his X-Wing. Thrawn is none too pleased with the performance of his men during the confrontation and shows just how unforgiving he can be. Instead of pursuing Luke themselves to focus on their upcoming attack on Sluis Van, Thrawn orders a bounty to go out on Luke's capture, knowing that his hyperdrive will fail presently due to the damages sustained in the confrontation. LinksWanted (2008) - IMDbBruce Almighty (2003) - IMDbRickroll - Know Your MemeProof of 1 + 1 = 2Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsJedi hibernation trance seems useful.Having the freighter as a decoy target is a pretty smart strategy.That was such a fun way to escape a tractor beam.Love how Rukh just showed up. Rukh seems a lot messier than Vader's Force choking.Another reason for Karrde to be in the story!!Has anyone read the Art of War?Conscripts versus enlistees Sluis Van seems to be very important… Support the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 15 | The Lost Holocron

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Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 37:56


Chapter 15 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn.The Story So FarLast and first of the Jedi, Luke Skywalker lacks the confidence to be the teacher needed to rebuild the Jedi Order. He struggles to impart what little he feels he knows to his first student, his sister Leia Organa Solo. After turning to Dagobah hoping to find instruction, he leaves with a starship remote from a dark Jedi possibly slain by Master Yoda.All the while, Leia and Luke are on the run to evade the capture of a mysterious Imperial commander. They have little intel but suspect a leak in the New Republic capital. They've run to Lando Calrissian on Nklon, but we're again caught in a confrontation. They decide to send Leia to Kashyyyk with Chewbacca while Han Solo and Lando broadcast decoy signals giving the illusion that Leia is still on the run.During the space battle over Nklon, Luke's mind is touched by another Jedi, beckoning him to meet on Jomark. This Jedi, however, is a dark Jedi clone, Joruus C'Baoth, and is indirectly responsible for the many ambushes they are trying to escape. Grand Admiral Thrawn is the mastermind leading the Imperial remnants from the shadows. He recruited C'Baoth and has promised the Skywalkers in exchange for his allegiance.Lastly, Talon Karrde is a Smuggling Lord with a new apprentice, the enigmatic Mara Jade. While new to his organisation, she shows great promise. And he is determined to crack her mysterious veil.Chapter 15After parting ways with Luke, and Leia and Chewbacca, Han and Lando discuss what their next move is. Lando suggests they find Talon Karrde, hoping to set a precedent for future dealings. Unbeknownst to the heroes, they were surveilled by the Imperials.  From the merger clues, Thrawn was quickly able to devise the personnel and heading of each ship. Soon they will lay a trap for Luke as he follows C'Baoth's beckon.Links"I Am Not A Fish" | Know Your Meme Glass Onion (2022) - IMDb Traffic light illusion - YouTube cARds (AR card game) AR 19 Crimes Wine BottleValue Lock-in and S-Risks - WikipediaPlanning a Heist - Key & PeeleShare and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsFinally, a reason for Karrde to be in this story!Thrawn switches out his artwork?Thrawn is smart. Maybe a little unbelievably smart?“I wound up destroying their world.”What kind of sightseeing makes interesting plot?Wookiees aren't all that and (hot take) I tend to agreeThrawn changed to Skywalker so quicklySupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 14 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 50:30


Chapter 14 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarGrand Admiral Thrawn is leading the Imperial remnants from the shadows in a grand plan to destroy the New Republic and re-establish the Galactic Empire. He commands a raid on the Athega System just as Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa-Solo, Han Solo, and Chewbacca arrive looking to garner help from Lando Calrissian. During the skirmish, the imperials make away with mining equipment and the Dark Jedi clone commanding Thrawn's fleet, Jaruus C'baoth, takes the opportunity to make contact with Luke. Thrawn is none too pleased to learn of this contact and plots with Captain Pallaeon to disillusion C'baoth of his self-importance and impetuousness. Chapter 14Lando is distraught at the loss of half his workforce — 51 mole miners stolen — in the raid! Han and Leia ask for help, and a plan is devised to send Leia to Kashyyyk with Chewbacca while Han and Lando broadcast decoy signals giving the illusion that Leia is still on the run. In order to achieve this, in a violation of his programming, C-3PO has his voice altered to perfectly imitate Leia's. Luke shares his findings from Dagobah; what Lando identifies as a Beckon Call — a device that summons a slave-ciruit-rigged ship at a moment's notice. He later confides in Leia his true reason for searching that specific location and tells her about the contact he had during the space battle earlier. She divulges the rumour of a Master C'baoth on Jormark, and while they suspect a trap, Luke is eager at what the opportunity could mean. LinksRatatouille (2007) - IMDbKirby Series Explained (in 6 minutes)Pokémon: The First Movie - Mewtwo Strikes Back (1998) - IMDbGeorge Lucas' Theory About the Narrator (Gizmodo)Tricking HK-50 to violate his supposed ethics programming in KOTOR 2 Let's PlaySith (Etymology) - Wikipedia Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsLando: "respectable"Lando has experience using the calling beacon to fight though hostilesAlternate history of the Clone Wars: Dark Jedi clones?Vader being called a Dark JediStuart's speculation in chapter 9 confirmedFINALLY LANDO IN THE FLESHHan doesn't seem to mind Lando's behavior towards LeiaMr. Why-Is-He-In-This-StoryOH MY GOD CHEWIE ACTUALLY CONTRIBUTED SOMETHINGWaiting to leave gives Thrawn time to drop probesNobody ever respects 3PO's boundariesA2 has PTSDA jedi being wrong? NeverAll this for a key fobSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 13 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 31:01


Chapter 13 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarWhile looking for hints on Dagobah on how best to train the next generation of Jedi, Luke Skywalker finds a strange device in the Dark Side Cave outside Yoda's hut. This hint points him to Lando Calrissian and his path converges with Leia Organa-Solo and Han Solo as they head to the Athega system. After two foiled kidnappings on separate diplomatic missions, the couple are looking to get help outside New Republic jurisdiction. Meanwhile, Grand Admiral Thrawn's schemes are coming to a head as he has allied himself with Master Joruus C'baoth, clone and Dark Jedi. Captain Pelleaon devises a plan to disseminate information that might lure Luke to C'baoth instead of sending more noghri to capture him. All paths converge over Nkllon just as Luke and the Millenium Falcon arrive. Leaving us in the suspense as the space battle commences.Chapter 13Luke and the Falcon engage in a dogfight over Nkllon, during which Luke's mind is touched by another Jedi, commanding Luke to seek him out. Despite losing time during the contact, Luke and the Falcon chase off the Imperial raid. Our point of view then switches to Thrawn and Pellaeon reflecting on the aftermath. Thrawn's satisfaction at the successful acquisition of 51 mole miners is overshadowed by C'baoth's declaration of making contact with Luke. The Jedi Master insists that it is time for his own trap to be laid, leaving Pellaeon and Thrawn to scheme on the disillusionment of C'baoth's self-importance. LinksStar Wars: Return of the Jedi - Luke speaks to JabbaThe Failure of the Grey JediTrope Talk: Are We The Baddies?My Hair! He Shot My Hair! -Princess Vespa, Spaceballs(1987)Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsWhy didn't they use the Force to confirm each other in the previous chapter?It wasn't a force choke!Thrawn: "At any rate, I suppose it's your own time to waste."What's going on on Wayland?!What's the difference between influencing minds for good and for evil?C'Baoth certainly knows how to tap into Luke's anxietiesIs Thrawn's strategy basically just tactical edging?LOOK AT PELLAEON MAKING POINTSArtoo suffers from anxietyLeia's "anger and frustration and quiet fear", she could be the one from the dark side caveInteresting that Luke considers himself a full Jedi nowWhat is the dark side from Luke's description?Was C'Baoth compelling Luke?Not a fan of the Lost Time cliche"talents and cunning " are hormetic resourcesLuke just checks out and goes on a killing spree for 30 minutesSo anti climaticSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 12 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 31:40


Chapter 12 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarAfter two foiled kidnappings on diplomatic missions, Leia Organa-Solo and Han Solo suspect a leak inside the New Republic government. They head to the Athega system to find Lando to get his help outside New Republic jurisdiction. Meanwhile, Luke Skywalker has been training Leia to be the first of the new generation of Jedi while struggling with self-doubt as the teacher needed to rebuild the Order. On a hunch he travels to Dagobah, hoping to find something left behind by Master Yoda. Ultimately disappointed, Luke recovers a nondescript gadget from the Dark Side Cave, but suspects Lando can help with deciphering the script written on the side. Meanwhile, Grand Admiral Thrawn's schemes are coming to a head as he has allied himself with Master Joruus C'baoth, clone and Dark Jedi. Captain Pelleaon devises a plan to disseminate information that might lure Luke to C'baoth instead of sending more noghri to capture him. Finally, Mara Jade has apprenticed to the smuggler Talon Karrde as they play cat-and-mouse to tease information out of each other.Chapter 12The Millennium Falcon arrives in the Athega system with Han and Leia looking to meet with Lando. Luke arrives at just the right time for them to take the slow sublight trip to the inter system since neither the Falcon nor Luke's X-Wing have slave circuits needed to precisely co-ordinate inbound ships with their shielding escort. Once at Nkllon, though, the Empire shows up suddenly. Bad timing or are they being tracked?LinksSunshine (2007) - IMDb X Wing Cross-SectionA/SF-01 B-wing starfighter | WookieepediaHan Solo and Chewbacca Are like an Owner and a Dog If Han Is the Dog | The Mary Sue  Chadra-Fan | Wookieepedia Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsLando blocked!Holy shit Chewbacca said something!The concept of Nkllon is really cool.Did the author seriously refer to Chewie as “the copilot?” DISRESPECT.Is Luke seriously going to sit in his X-wing for 10 hours?Hilarious that they positively identify Luke by having Threepio talk to Artoo.So cool to see reclaimed Imperial vessels and vehicles making up the mining complex.WHAT A CLIFFHANGERSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 11 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 41:51


Chapter 11 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarAfter Grand Admiral Thrawn conducts three simultaneous raids in the Sluis Van sector, Leia Organa-Solo and Han Solo travel to Bpfassh to show their diplomatic support with the recovery effort. While there, they are ambushed for a second time by the same unknown aliens from Bimmisaari. They manage to escape but Han decides it's time to get help outside New Republic jurisdiction. Meanwhile, Luke Skywalker has been training Leia as his first student. He has been struggling with self-doubt as the teacher needed to rebuild the Jedi Order. Thrawn has allied himself with Master Joruus C'baoth, clone and Dark Jedi. Captain Pelleaon devises a plan to disseminate information that might lure Luke to C'baoth instead of sending more noghri to capture him. Finally, Mara Jade has apprenticed to the smuggler Talon Karrde as they play cat-and-mouse to tease information out of each other.Chapter 11On a hunch, Luke travels to Dagobah hoping to find something — anything — left by Yoda to guide his uncertain footsteps into the future. Finding nothing in Yoda's old dwelling, he ventures into the Dark Side Cave and is confronted with a vision; a retelling of Luke's execution at the Great Pit of Carkoon where his lightsaber is intercepted by a mysterious woman. Rewarded for his ordeal, Luke emerges with a nondescript gadget with markings that R2-D2 suspects might be recognised by Lando. LinksDagobah - Star Wars Background Ambience Yoda on Dagobah Deleted Scene with audio from Leia on Alderaan Scene Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsLuke's attitude towards dwelling on Yoda is a good display of mindfulness.THE CAAAAAAAVELuke not realizing how structures would decay in a swamp is a good bit of characterization.Which side of the Force does curiosity serve?Who was the woman in Luke's vision? Yet another name that's difficult to pronounce (Nkllon). (Scott: Nick-Lon per Audiobook)Smells of DagobahLuke took his lightsaber into the cave againR2 gets lonely and it's a scaredy cat (Scooby-Doo?)Theories on the object in question?The Cave/tree is a massive trollThe fact that Luke is still afraid of the tree still shows he has a lot to grow intoSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 10 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 30:53


Chapter 10 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarGrand Admiral Thrawn has been escalating his pressure on the disputed territory between the Empire and the New Republic. Now with Master Joruus C'baoth at his disposal, Thrawn commands three simultaneous planetary raids to test both the skill and the compliance of the Dark Jedi. Smuggler Talon Karrde and his apprentice Mara Jade seem to be in the right place at the right time to witness the raid on Bpfassh, while the New Republic is on the back foot as its resources and attention are being reallocated into establishing governance despite being at war. Leia's Jedi training has started sporadically, while Luke worries that he might not be the teacher that is needed of one tasked with rebuilding the Jedi Order. Chapter 10Leia and Han survey the damage on Bpfassh under the protective detail of Wedge Antilles and Rogue Squadron. Leia's new Jedi senses alert them just-in-time to another ambush by the same alien species that ambushed them on Bimmisaari. Despite being able to repel their assailants, they are nonetheless closer to understanding the motives and origin of these mysterious aliens. After an unproductive call with Admiral Ackbar, Han decides it's time to take the matter of their safety into their own hands.LinksWedge Antilles | Wookieepedia What Does a BROWN Colored Lightsaber Mean? (Sith or Jedi) Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsWomen (Leia) being expected to give up their commitments and ambitions for their children Enter LandoCharisma and ambition is a dangerous combinationStill no mention of Leia's lightsaber colourWhat a surprise that Wedge knows about C'baoth!I totally believe Thrawn could find an identical YT-1300 freighter. What a fun trap.Snap-hiss. We may not know Leia's color yet, but at least we know the ignition sound is the same as Luke's!Excellent transition between sections. The context of Han's line to Ackbar's flows very nicely.“I'm not sure I appreciate the tone of that question, Captain.” “I don't like it much either, Admiral.” Hilarious retort.CHEWIE. STILL. BARELY. TALKS.Why does Leia still distrust Lando?Support the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 9 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 46:21


Chapter 9 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarGrand Admiral Thrawn has allied himself with a Dark Jedi by promising to deliver Luke Skywalker and the pregnant Leia Organa Solo. Master Joruus C'baoth shows to be an impatient man as the first kidnapping attempt is foiled by Skywalker's warrior prowess. Despite the New Republic needing to raise its diplomatic image, logistically it's easier said than done while they are still at war with the Imperial Remnants. Leia is torn between her diplomatic duties and Jedi training, while Luke is stuck between being the last of the Old Jedi and the first of the New.Chapter 9The Imperials conduct three concurrent hit-and-fade operations in the Suis Sector. While Grand Admiral Thrawn plays his cards close to his chest, Captain Pellaeon deduces that the exercise is as much to test Master C'Baoth's mettle as to enforce the chain of command. Pellaeon is more than a little shaken at the display of power from C'Baoth. Meanwhile, the raid on Bpfassh has been observed by smugglers Talon Karrde and Marra Jade at a safe distance, Karrde seemingly having foreknowledge about the operation. To Jade's chagrin, Karrde calls off his smuggling run, citing the New Republic's imminent relief effort as a situation they wish not be entangled in. The chapter closes with news of the raids reaching Coruscant while Leia is engaged in her new lightsaber lessons. Luke laments that, while the skills come easily to himself, he may not be the teacher that she needs. LinksSiege-towers | The One Wiki to Rule Them All  How One A-Wing Killed A Super Star Destroyer  What Are Newtonian and Non-Newtonian Fluids? Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsImperial sectionCool to see Thrawn testing his theory about Palpatine.Flare of star lines, mottling of hyperspace, flicker of pseudomotion, starlines flare and shrinkVery cool, professional battlePower struggle between Thrawn and C'baothI really like seeing limits to tacticsWhat do they mean by Star Destroyers are "siege engines"?Everything Thrawn does has multiple meanings. Smuggler SectionJade seems to have some kind of grudge against Luke.Jade is sensitive to “promises”“Promises…” This reveals a lot about her.Republic SectionWHAT COLOR IS LEIA'S LIGHTSABER Bpfassh, Draukyze (Han's lampshading)Teaching is a skillI would love to own a training remote! Jedi went crazy during the clone wars on Bpfassh?Even after Yoda died, Luke hasn't told anyone about Dagobah This is why you need to shut down your computer every so oftenSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 8 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 31:10


Chapter 8 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarThe New Republic and Imperial Remnants are struggling for control of the galaxy, each holding comparable military might and galactic territory. Looking to reverse the tide, the last of the Imperial Grand Admirals has found and bargained for the favour of a cloned Dark Jedi, offering up both the adult and unborn Skywalkers twins. A trap for the Skywalkers was laid and sprung during a diplomatic mission for the Republic to Bimmisaari. However, the unidentified alien commandos were unprepared to face Jedi Knight Luke Skywalker. Luke, Leia, and Han escape unscathed but the nature of their assailants are a mystery to them. Chapter 8Captain Pellaeon reports to Grand Admiral Thrawn, detailing the failure of the Noghri to capture the Skywalkers and the recovery of the tech found on Wayland. Dark Jedi Master C'baoth expresses his impatience and a new plan is hatched to capture the Skywalkers; one that suits Thrawn's upcoming plans that necessitate C'baoth presence for a raid on the Sluis Van shipyard. Meanwhile, back on Coruscant, the New Republic are unable to identify the assailants at Bimmisaari, and as a result politics stall. While Leia Organa Solo is set to return to Bimmisaari to resume negotiations, she requests more space in her schedule to advance her Jedi studies, but finds no support within the Council, citing her expertise as indispensable.LinksStar Forge | Wookieepedia Redshirts, Retirement, and more in How to Kill a Character / Just For Fun - TV Tropes Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsOverallI like how we alternated between Imperial and Republic chapters, to having two Republic chapters, to now having a chapter that's split between both.Imperial SectionWhat could the Spaarti tubes be? "Such fine equipment for us to rebuild his Empire"Thrawn was so cold about the Noghri dyingThrawn definitely doesn't respect the JediThrawn's selective ego is yet another interesting wrinkle to his characterWhat does the fall of thrawn look like?Looks like the frayed seams of C'baoth are starting to showRepublic sectionIs Fey'lya being skeptical or a contrarian?Shouldn't the council be doing more to prepare for Leia's imminent maternity?“Fey'lya said, with that air of wounded pride he did so well.”Fey'lya is so performativeAckbar doesn't understand “they were already waiting for us”Han sticking up for Leia's Jedi trainingThe New Republic is truly spread thin (Mothma's long pause)I can see Han's character clearly in this chapterIf the Jedi are so important, where is Luke during these meetings? Support the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 7 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 40:44


Chapter 7 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarThe New Republic and what is left of the Imperial Forces are at a turning point in their struggle for galactic control. While both sides are struggling economically, the New Republic is having trouble establishing itself politically, and the Imperial Remnants are hunting for opportunities to turn the tide. Captain Pallaeon accompanies Grand Admiral Thrawn, the last surviving Warlord appointed by Emperor Palpatine, to a storehouse of technology they hope will aid their war effort. Along with new cloaking shield technology, they ally themselves with a Dark Jedi clone, Joruus C'Baoth, promising him Leia Organa Solo's unborn twins. During the course of their diplomatic mission and while separated from Luke Skywalker, Leia and Han Solo fall prey to an ambush in the bustling markets of Bimmisaari. Chapter 7Luke frees himself from an ambush in the Bim Tower and races to rescue Leia and Han in the marketplace. Safely aboard the Millennium Falcon, Han makes the jump to lightspeed. It seems that one of the Bims was paid off to lead the protagonists into the trap but have no other information about their assailants. Leia wants to resume negotiations, but Han first wants to rendezvous with tactical support before returning. After pressure from Luke and Han, Leia agrees that she needs to start lightsaber training sooner than later. LinksStar Wars: Heir to the Empire - Part One (fixed!) by DarthAngelus - YouTubeHolodrama | WookieepediaFrank Castle (Marvel Database) is not William Castle (IMDb)Lightyear Theory: "The Movie" Andy Saw That Inspired Him To Want A Buzz Toy Wasn't A Kid's Movie : r/FanTheories Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsLuke: “Let's talk this out.” Also Luke: “There's no particular reason why any of you has to be hurt.”What would a lightsaber do against the spray?I like how clumsiness and chance play into the action“Some sort of bizarre gift wrapping”It's so cool to see Luke being so observant in combat and his precise use of telekinesis“Snap-hiss.” The key onomatopoeia for Luke's lightsaber ignitionWho was operating the Falcon's swivel gun?“I am not a committee.” GIVE LEIA A LIGHTSABERHas Leia exhibited any traits similar to Anakin?The word Bimm has lost all meaningCan C-3P0 duck?Can't believe they were attacked and are expected to just come back downSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 6 | The Lost Holocron

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 47:37


Chapter 6 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn.The Story So FarFive years after the Empire's defeat over Endor in Return of the Jedi (1983), and unbeknownst to the New Republic, Imperial Warlord Grand Admiral Thrawn is taking strides in collecting tools and technology left by the late Emperor to aid in his plan to retake territory from — and ultimately destroy — the New Republic.After a parley with smugglers Talon Karrde and Mara Jade to collect ysalamir, Thrawn weaponises their obscure ability for creating voids in the Force to neutralise Dark Jedi clone Joruus C'baoth and negotiate his allegiance by offering him Leia's unborn twins.  Meanwhile on Coruscant, political infighting seems to be stalling the establishment of structured governance within the Council of the New Republic. Despite personal growing pains, numerous responsibilities, and logistical issues, Han, Leia, and now Luke are assigned a diplomatic mission to Bimmisaari. Luke, it seems, has been requested to join them last minute.Chapter 6Han and Leia travel with Luke  and C-3PO to the planet Bimmisaari on a diplomatic mission to negotiate the terms of the Bimm joining the New Republic. Leaving Chewbacca and R2-D2 on the Millennium Falcon, the four are treated to a brief greeting ceremony. However, before they can arrive at the planetary government, news arrives that the key negotiator for the Bimm has suddenly taken ill.Luke and Han are invited to inspect relics of the Old Republic while Leia is shown around the market, but a suspicious Han decides to join Leia instead. His suspicions prove true when they find themselves encircled by numerous armed individuals of an alien species they don't recognise.LinksRoman concrete - WikipediaStar Wars: Heir to the Empire - Part One (fixed!) by DarthAngelus - YouTubeThe Orville (TV Series 2017– ) - IMDbHuman | WookieepediaThe Ithorian Supremacy League dialogueHumanocentrism | WookieepediaShare and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsOf all the tech in SW, they don't have remote locking on their spaceships?Cursing and exclamations in SW: "Good skies!"Old Republic relics are a good honeypot for Luke but not Han.Luke didn't sense duplicityWas the store owner trying to warn?Stokhli sticks: shoot a spraynet mist 200 m and has enough juice to take down a gundark.capitalisation of species namesWhat do you think they mean by “middle era?”The greys with spider sticksSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 5 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 40:47


Chapter 5 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarFive years after the Empire's defeat over Endor in RotJ on the ex-Imperial capital of Coruscant, Luke, Leia, and Han are struggling not only with their evolving identities, but also with the demands on their expertise as the militaristic Rebellion aspires to establish a legitimate and functioning government. On Myrkr, smugglers Talon Karrde and Mara Jade observed Imperial Warlord Grand Admiral Thrawn collect the native ysalamiri, which have a unique ability to vacate the Force. Thrawn then travels to Wayland on the hunt for technology left by the late Emperor that will aid in his plan to retake territory from — and ultimately destroy — the New Republic. While there, he encounters Jedi clone Jaruus C'baoth, whose allegiance he gains by offering him Leia's unborn twins.Chapter 5Han delivers a report on his mission to recruit smugglers to facilitate trade within the New Republic. Its lack of progress fans the flames in the ongoing feud between the present Commander in Chief, Admiral Ackbar, and the ambitious Borsk Fey'lya, Council Member and an important leader of the Bothan faction. After a short quarrel, Mon Mothma deescalates the situation by adjourning the meeting. Han is told that Luke will be accompanying him and Leia on their diplomatic mission to Bimmisaari. Leia seems keen to sojourn away from the political capital. LinksKeeper of the Holocron, Leland Chee | WookieepediaGeorge Lucas Confirms Skywalker Is A Common Name at Celebrations V | Web ArchiveSpaceballs (1987) The IMDb Entry Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsZahn adds details about aliens right when you need to knowHow long should a chapter in a book (scene in a movie) be?Mon Mothma is a pragmatic politician, war seems to have strained her severelyWhy is it that Leia seems to have little patience for politics?What is the narrative of Luke at Endor to the wider galaxy?What do you think Han is feeling when he says, “Sure, just exactly like old times?”Support the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 4 | The Lost Holocron

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 69:44


Chapter 4 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarFive years after the Empire's defeat over Endor in RotJ on the ex-Imperial capital of Coruscant, Luke, Leia, and Han are struggling not only with their evolving identities, but also with the demands on their expertise as the militaristic Rebellion aspires to establish a legitimate and functioning government. Meanwhile, led by Warlord Grand Admiral Thrawn, the Empire is gathering strength to regain lost ground against the New Republic. His plan takes an expedition to Myrkr, where Captain Pallaeon and Tallon Karrde parley for the Empire to collect the native ysalamiri. Karrde suspects it is a tool to use against Luke Skywalker, though to what end he can only guess. Chapter 4Grand Admiral Thrawn and Captain Pallaeon travel to Wayland, a low-tech world hiding a storehouse of the late Emperor's personal treasures and technology salient to Thrawn's grand plan. Expecting a Dark Jedi Guardian, Thrawn thwarts the usurping ruler Joruus C'baoth's snare with a demonstration of the ysalamiri's unusual ability to vacate the Force. Thrawn bargains with C'baoth to secure his allegiance in exchange for the capture of Leia's unborn Jedi twins, whom C'baoth would mould as he sees fit. Pallaeon believes C'baoth to be unstable and a dubious ally, despite Thrawn's confidence. Thrawn reveals that C'baoth is a clone of a Jedi Master, whose assassination Thrawn was personally involved in before the Clone Wars and Great Jedi Purge.LinksBowcaster | Wookieepedia | Fandom  Cut-resistant gloves - WikipediaLightsaber forms and Lightsaber combat | Wookieepedia Cover Art of Heir to the Empire | Wookieepedia Avatar: The Last Airbender (TV Series 2005–2008) - IMDb"Shoot him, he's the clone" - TV Tropes  How It's Made, Candles. Saponification: Making Soap Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsC'baoth is highly respected on WaylandThrawn and C'baoth differing ideology on conquest and powerDON'T MESS WITH RUKHThe way the crypt was presented was excellentThrawn's disapproval of the Emperor's centralisation of the militaryA cult leader is an interesting spin on a villain“Old Republic” means something different nowWhat in evolution do you mean lizards repel the force?Anyone dying by arrow in-universe is a bit much The speed of SFX in tSupport the Show.

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Heir to the Empire | Chapter 3 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 41:21


Chapter 3 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The Story So FarFive years after the Empire's defeat over Endor in RotJ on the ex-Imperial capital of Coruscant, Luke, Leia, and Han are struggling not only with their evolving identities, but also with the demands on their expertise as the militaristic Rebellion aspires to establish a legitimate and functioning government. Meanwhile, the Empire has been continuously losing territory to the blossoming New Republic. However, tactical genius Grand Admiral Thrawn is uniting Imperial Remnants and piecing together his master plan to utterly destroy what he still views as "the Rebellion".Chapter 3On the planet of Myrkr, We are introduced to the smuggler Talon Karrde and one of his newest employees, Mara Jade. Talon invites Jade to dinner under the pretence of surprising her with a promotion, but he is covertly attempting to glean more about her mysterious past. During their dinner, the Chimaera arrives and sends a landing party to the surrounding forest. Karrde reaches out and is met with a stern Captain Pallaeon. Karrde deduces the Empire intends to collect ysalamiri, though he can only guess as to why.LinksMara Jade [spoilers] | WookieepediaHeir to the Empire | WookieepediaStar Wars Legends | WookieepediaLandos_Winning_Smile.PNG Billy Dee Williams in Family Guy: The Cool Side Of The Pillow  Billy Dee Williams - Credits (text only) - IMDb Billy Dee Williams Colt 45 Commercial Playlist List of Star Wars books - WikipediaJedi Order | WookieepediaGrand Master | WookieepediaToupée fallacy - RationalWiki  Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' ThoughtsYsalamiri pose a threat to Jedi?This chapter has cat and mouse all over it.Jade's hot topic list: pre-Endor Empire, the Emperor, Vader's death, Skywalker Does Karrde actually want to promote Jade? Jade "stiffens" when she knows the Imperials are going into the forestToupee fallacy and Karrde's opinions on luckKarrde slipping Thrawn's name What is Jade's history?Jade and Luke are goSupport the Show.

The Lost Holocron
Heir to the Empire | Chapter 2 | The Lost Holocron

The Lost Holocron

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 38:47


Chapter 2 of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (1991) (EU: 9 ABY) by Timothy Zahn. The story so Far Beyond the continually expanding borders of the New Republic, Grand Admiral Thrawn and Captain Pallaeon are gathering strength as Thrawn pieces together his master plan to utterly destroy what he still views as "the Rebellion". Chapter 2The introduction of our scattered trio some months after the first chapter:On Coruscant, Luke is farewelled by an ostensibly distracted Obi-Wan Kenobi. Luke is feeling depressed by the enormity of representing the mythological Jedi and rebuilding the Order on his own. Leia has begun her Jedi training but is also buried under political responsibility. We are introduced to her aide, Winter, who has an eidetic memory. Han and Chewie are on Tatooine trying to recruit smugglers to fulfil the logistical requirements of the New Republic. They're also accompanied by Wedge Antilles and a new character Page, who is described as completely unremarkable. Links  American History X (1998) is not American Graffiti (1973) (IMDb)The Book of Boba Fett (TV Series 2021– ) - IMDb The Many Accents in Star Wars Explained and The Many Accents in Star Wars Pt 2 by Generation Tech Share and SupportShare this episode (cross platform link)Discuss this chapter on Discord, YouTube, or RedditSupport us on PatreonOur WebsiteRelease DocumentTranscriptHosts' Thoughts Interesting the 9 week time skip. It would be easy to miss the few hints left in the chapter. Poor Luke. What do you think of the political move to establish the New Republic Council in the Imperial Palace? Leia seems like a control freak until the line that she is the only one that has legit political experience. Wedge as the false flag was a good plan. I liked that. Ben “loved” Luke. Nice to see a healthy expression of platonic love. Also Luke loves Leia Interesting circle created by the setting: Luke thinks he's on Tatooine, actually on Coruscant, connected by Threepeo to Leia, she thinks about Han, and we are carried back to Tatooine, where Han is also thinking about Luke/Ben. Force ghosts just linger for a time before moving beyond? I'm not sure how I feel about that interpretation. If the Force binds all things, shouldn't there be no “beyond?” Interesting that Coruscant has mountains. Chewie seems absent, despite being there for Han's whole conversation with Dravis. Was Han also drinking hot chocolate?Luke definitely should go to therapy. He's still obviously on edge and for good reason. Luke feeling the presence of leia and her twins from halfway across the palace is incredible Support the Show.

Stikker Podcast w/ Nikki & Steven
Book Club Council: Star Wars: Heir to the Empire Chapters 1-10 REVIEW!!

Stikker Podcast w/ Nikki & Steven

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 43:38


Welcome to the first ever Book Club council with SteveO Solo!! This week we are covering the first 10 chapters of Heir to the Empire by Timothy Zahn. Book Club Council is LIVE every week over at Nikki & Steven LIVE Make sure to join the Discord Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok Subscribe to the YouTube Channels: Nikki & Steven React & Nikki & Steven LIVE --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stikkerpod/support

GamesMyMomFound
Star Wars: Heir of the Empire (Comic 34) - GMMF

GamesMyMomFound

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 52:13


This week we visit the classic Comic version of the Timothy Zahn novel Heir of the Empire.  Come listen to this Star Wars Story. Starring Mike Albertin, and Peter Bingham-Pankratz  Peter's Book - http://www.peterbp.com/   A Gamer Looks at 40 - https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1426576.rss   Helena - @HelHathFury on TikTok   Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GamesMyMomFound   Follow us on Facebook.   Twitter - @Mom_Found   Instagram - gamesmymomfound_   YouTube  - https://youtube.com/c/GamesMyMomFoundPodcast  

Clark Film
Movie Book Club- Star Wars: Heir to the Jedi

Clark Film

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2021 20:29


Raw, Live & Unedited a Pop Culture Podcasting Network
STAR WARS Heir to the Empire connection? IS THIS HAPPENING? Episode 123

Raw, Live & Unedited a Pop Culture Podcasting Network

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2021 67:33


THE BAD BATCH SEASON 1 FINALE is here and what do we think of the season as a whole plus does it seem Filoni and Disney are bringing in Heir to the Empire and more EU into Star Wars canon?!?! Casting call for Sabine Wren? Star Wars news, rumors, toy reviews, Disney Plus shows, comic and books, canon discussion, and Star Wars theories from all around the galaxy! Like, Subscribe and Share! If you are interested in being a Patreon we will be indebted to you... https://www.patreon.com/sarlaccdigestpodcast

Sarlacc Digest: A Star Wars Podcast
STAR WARS Heir to the Empire connection? IS THIS HAPPENING? Episode 123

Sarlacc Digest: A Star Wars Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 67:33


THE BAD BATCH SEASON 1 FINALE is here and what do we think of the season as a whole plus does it seem Filoni and Disney are bringing in Heir to the Empire and more EU into Star Wars canon?!?! Casting call for Sabine Wren? Star Wars news, rumors, toy reviews, Disney Plus shows, comic and books, canon discussion, and Star Wars theories from all around the galaxy! Like, Subscribe and Share! If you are interested in being a Patreon we will be indebted to you... https://www.patreon.com/sarlaccdigestpodcast

Decade Bird
Star Wars: Heir to the Jedi (A plot overview) CANON

Decade Bird

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 23:36


Welcome aboard the Decade Bird, where I am reading and recapping Star Wars Books from both Star Wars Canon and Star Wars Legends (AKA Star Wars Expanded Universe, or EU). Today, I am recapping Heir to the Jedi by Kevin Hearne, a canon novel set between A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back, because it essential replaces Splinter of the Mind’s Eye in the new canon timeline. Let’s make the jump to hyperspace and join Luke Skywalker in the Ordo Plutonia system. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/decadebird/support

And Now For Something Completely Machinima
Completely Machinima Episode 3.3: Machinima Discussion April 2021

And Now For Something Completely Machinima

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 71:38


CM Episode 3.3 Machinima Discussion Show NotesAnd Now For Something Completely Machinima is a long-form podcast devoted to machinima (movies made in game engines), real-time technologies, and virtual reality. This month (April 2021) we are splitting our 3rd podcast into four sections which will post once a week: Machinima News (April 1), Machinima Films (April 8), Machinima Discussion (April 15), and a Special “Build a Machinima PC” podcast (April 22).Episode 3 was produced by Ricky Grove joined by hosts Phil Rice, Tracy Harwood, and Damien Valentine.Summary: After Ricky's Milan Machinima Festival report he brings up a question that was put to one of the Festival jurors (Henry Lowood - "...has machinima dissolved into the larger culture of streaming and game videos") and then asks the other hosts their opinion. The next topic for discussion is the status and quality of the "Let's Play" machinima in 2021. Phil has particularly good insights. Finally, the gang takes on a contemporary topic that might impact machinima creators in "What the Hell is NFT?". As usual, Tracy has the best insights on this topic. Contact and Feedback for this show: https://completelymachinima.com/#talkTime Stamps:00:00:38  Damien's newest Episode of his machinima series, "Star Wars: Heir to the Empire" is out00:02:32  Ricky's Report on the Milan Machinima Festival00:07:15  Ricky's fav Milan Festival film "Fire Underground"00:09:50  First discussion question, "..has machinima dissolved into the larger culture of streaming and game videos?"00:32:14  Second question, "Is Let's Play just game-play, or is it a more significant type of machinima?"00:47:23   Phil on shooting "Father Frags Best"00:52:44  Third question, "What the hell is NFT?"01:06:50  Tracy nails the NFT questionNote: Check the view chapters selection on this page to view the full timing breakdowns. 

Mindfields Comics and Wrestling Podcast
Mindfields - Issue 75

Mindfields Comics and Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 151:03


Happy Thursday Mindfielders. As usual we got an amazing show for you breaking down the best in comics. Comics reviewed are:Dark Knights Death Metal - 7Star Trek Year 5 - 17Spider-Man - 55Future State Swamp Thing - 1Bad MOTHER - 5Dr. Doom - 10Namor -2 Star Wars Heir to the Empire - 1X- Men - 16Future State Flash - 1THIS IS DANGEROUS,Joshua Michael, Colin, Tony Morales, Sgt. SlikkAs always you can find us for free on Youtube, Amazon Podcasts, Soundcloud, any and all Google or Apple Podcast streamers, Stitcher…i can go on…of even the website. Mindfieldscomicspodcast.com https://soundcloud.com/user-69995778-391880143/mindfields-issue-75#thinkingmanscomics#comicart#comicbooks#newerawrestling#csw#andybelanger#mothertrucker#comicbookart#indywrestling#csw#DCW#rockymountainpro#Coloradospringswrestling#devotionchampionshipwrestling#primosprowrestling#wrestling#indywrestling#batman#ripleynotinthis

HeadphonesNeil The Blog
Star Wars Heir to the Empire (Unofficial Animated Adaptation)

HeadphonesNeil The Blog

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 5:24


SynopsisAn unofficial animated adaptation of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire, the novel written by Timothy Zahn. The Rebel Alliance has destroyed the Death Star, defeated Darth Vader and the Emperor, and driven the remnants of the old Imperial Starfleet to a distant corner of the galaxy. Princess Leia and Han Solo are married and expecting Jedi twins. And Luke Skywalker has become the first in a long-awaited line of Jedi Knights. But thousands of light-years away, the last of the Emperor's warlords has taken command of the shattered Imperial fleet, readied it for war, and pointed it at the fragile heart of the New Republic.TwitterWebsite Support the show and get early access to upcoming content! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bronze and Modern Gods
Giving Back with Ali from Elite_Comics11, more hot Star Wars, Daredevil #25 & the rarest Wolverine?

Bronze and Modern Gods

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 36:38


Join John & Richard as they welcome back Ali from Elite_Comics11 to talk about The Giveback, the IG Comics Community's Charity Auction for Toys for Tots! Plus, Star Wars - Heir to the Empire, Naomi and Daredevil are all on fire, plus our Underrated Books of the Week! Bronze and Modern Gods is the channel dedicated to the Bronze, Copper and Modern Ages of comics and comic book collecting! Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BronzeAndModernGods Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bronzeandmoderngods #comics #comicbooks #comiccollecting --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bronzeandmoderngods/support

THE GEEK OUT SHOW
PUT SOME SPEC ON IT: ISSUE 4

THE GEEK OUT SHOW

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 19:58


On this weeks Put Some Spec On It! (*name pending*), hosts Juan and Gil discuss what books are hot and worth digging in those long boxes for! This week we have some Marvel comics like Champions Outlawed, Invincible Ironman, Several Loki titles, a marvel previews and Star Wars Thrawn. By Vertigo comics DMZ, We also have Atomahawk by Image comics. Lastly we have a title by Darkhorse comics Star Wars Heir to the empire. Don't forget about our contest that we are having to come up with a permanent name to the series!!!

TheGeekOutShow
PUT SOME SPEC ON IT: ISSUE 4

TheGeekOutShow

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 19:58


On this weeks Put Some Spec On It! (*name pending*), hosts Juan and Gil discuss what books are hot and worth digging in those long boxes for! This week we have some Marvel comics like Champions Outlawed, Invincible Ironman, Several Loki titles, a marvel previews and Star Wars Thrawn. By Vertigo comics DMZ, We also have Atomahawk by Image comics. Lastly we have a title by Darkhorse comics Star Wars Heir to the empire. Don't forget about our contest that we are having to come up with a permanent name to the series!!!

Words About Books
Bonus - Star Wars: Heir to the Empire SPECIAL EDITION REMAKE

Words About Books

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2020 83:55


Ben & Nate tackle Thrawn once again in a re-examination of Heir to the Empire and all of Star Wars. How have things changed since The Rise of Skywalker? Has Ben's heart softened after having to read some truly awful books for this podcast? Will this episode finally redeem the horrible Words About Books Podcast? Find out in another exciting edition of Words About Books, now in 3-D!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WABPod)

WNDRSOUL
Star Wars: Heir To The Empire Featuring DeluxDylan

WNDRSOUL

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 81:49


BOOK CLUB # 2 Star Wars: Heir To The Empire Heir to the Empire is a Star Wars Legends novel written by Timothy Zahn. It is the first installment of Star Wars: The Thrawn Trilogy, and it was first published in May 1991 by Bantam Spectra. The novel is set in 9 ABY, five years after Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi, and it introduces the trilogy's eponymous villain, Grand Admiral Thrawn. Featuring: DeluxDylan Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/deluxdylan YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dfain94F Twitter: @Delux_Dylan NEW CONTENT EVERY WEEK! Click to SUBSCRIBE ► http://bit.ly/2tAlOuUBook Club #1 ► https://youtu.be/aQOD-pta2DAWNDRSOUNDS VOLUME 11 ► https://youtu.be/7nJGFDZVT6A*********************************************NEW Content & Podcast Episodes EVERY Week! APPLE PODCASTS ►►► https://linktr.ee/wndrsoulPODCHASER ►►► http://bit.ly/2SpC3Dx*********************************************TWITTER ► https://twitter.com/wndrsoulINSTAGRAM ► https://www.instagram.com/thewndrsoul/?hl=enTWITCH ► https://www.twitch.tv/wndr_soulPATREON ► https://www.patreon.com/wndrsoul*********************************************CONTACT WNDRSOULEMAIL ► wndrsoul@gmail.com educate | entertain | inspirebearded buddha production 2020 #Podcast #BookClub

Troubled Without A Cause
TRIBBLES Star Wars: Heir to the Empire

Troubled Without A Cause

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 77:55


We start of our new segment Troubled with Tribbles! On tribbles episodes we will be deep diving into the vast world of sci-fi, fantasy and geekdom.This episode we talk about the first in the Star Wars Thrawn Trilogy, Heir to the Empire. We also share our picks for our ideal cast of actors to play parts if the book had become a movie.Hope you enjoy!If you want to start your own podcast, Buzzsprout can provide a great start. Following the link, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show. https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=204456Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/troubled_cause)

Issue Zero with Fred Kennedy
Star Wars: Heir to the Empire

Issue Zero with Fred Kennedy

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 45:38


This week we look at the first chapter of Timothy Zhan’s classic novel Heir to the Empire. This is the book that really kicked off the expanded universe. There were Star Wars novels before this of course, but they adaptations of the movies or direct tie ins…and they were all released within a few months of the premieres. When Heir to the Empire was released there had been any Star Wars books in print since the early eighties, it shot to the top of the New York Times Bestseller List and stayed there for months. It really did change Star Wars in profound ways. I can’t recommend this book (and its two sequels) enough. The Thrawn Trilogy: Heir to the Empire Dark Force Rising The Last Command Contact: Twitter @Fearless_Fred Facebook @fearlessfredontheradio Contemptible Harpy: Dila Velazquez Twitter @diladeyanira

Tapcaf Transmissions - A Star Wars EU Bookclub
Thrawn's Introduction to Star Wars! - Star Wars: Heir to the Empire - Tapcaf Transmissions #13

Tapcaf Transmissions - A Star Wars EU Bookclub

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2019 188:48


On this episode, Corey and Justin talk about the introduction of Grand Admiral Thrawn, Talon Karrde, Mara Jade, and more as we discussion the book which help to restart the Star Wars EU -- Heir to the Empire, book one of the Thrawn Trilogy by Timothy Zahn. Next episode is Dark Force Rising, so make sure you email us any thoughts at tapcaftransmissions@gmail.com Tapcaf Transmissions is a Star Wars Legends Expanded Universe Podcast hosted by Justin of the YouTube channel EckhartsLadder and Corey of the channels Corey's Datapad and Corey Loses.

Common Cents
Episode 9: Real Talk

Common Cents

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2019 98:16


This week the boys discuss their convention experiences, Lord of the Rings, Hurricane Dorian, Star Wars, Kendrick Lamar, and Dave Chappelle’s edgy new Netflix special! Spoilers Discussed in this Episode: Lord of the Rings, Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker (D23 Footage,) Star Wars The Last Jedi, Star Wars Heir to the Empire (Book,) Star Wars The Force Awakens, Dave Chappelle’s Sticks & Stones, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Lawrence of Arabia Common Cents Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/commoncentspodcast Common Cents Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCmo4em5PUzDtsWybZkvmw Jeremiah: @parkourg33k Matt: @artofmatthew Perspectives w/ Jeremiah Stephenson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perspectives-w-jeremiah-stephenson/id1449425513 A Token’s Take: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnbAdc0f0hnGWB3K74S25Q

Dan Dan The Art Man
Episode 58 | Heir to the Empire

Dan Dan The Art Man

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019


In this 58th episode, I review the Heir to the Empire (Star Wars: The Thrawn Trilogy, Vol. 1) by Timothy Zahn. Listen to hear why I thought it was an amazing book that did a fantastic job of handling some of the most beloved characters in fandom. Timothy Zahn knocked it out of the park in this one. I also talk about how amazing the audiobook narrated by Marc Thompson are because of his ridiculous talent for doing all the voices and all of the extra production that went into it with sound effects and music.Download the .mp3Buy the Book on Amazon (Affiliate Link):Heir to the Empire (Star Wars: The Thrawn Trilogy, Vol. 1)Learn more about the author:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timothy_ZahnMusic Attribution:Music by Kevin MacLeod at http://www.incompetech.comLicensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Visit my website: www.DanDanTheArtMan.comSupport the show AND get a free audiobook!http://www.audibletrial.com/DansBookReviewsAudiobook Pick-of-the-Week:Star Wars: Heir to the Empire (20th Anniversary Edition), The Thrawn Trilogy, Book 1 (Affiliate Link)Written by Timothy ZahnNarrated by Marc ThompsonThis episode of Dan Dan The Art Man's Book Reviews has been brought to you by Audible. Visit www.AudiblePodcast.com/DansBookReviews for a free trial membership.Audible Free Trial DetailsGet an audiobook of your choice, free, with a 30-day trial. After the trial, your paid membership will begin at $14.95 per month. With your membership, you will receive one credit every month, good for any audiobook on Audible.Cancel anytime, effective the next monthly billing cycle. Cancel before your trial ends and you will not be charged. Check out the full terms and policies that apply to Audible membership.FOLLOW ME:Twitter | https://twitter.com/DanDanTheArtManInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/DanDanTheArtManGoogle + | https://plus.google.com/+DanAbsalonson/

Greedo Shot First
Episode XVI - Heir to the Jedi Review

Greedo Shot First

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2019 83:59


Conor and Andrew ponder a deep question about Star Wars prophecy, discuss the opening dates fro Galaxy’s Edge, and discuss a certain prune-faced pirate. Additionally, the guys talk new Star Wars books, and additional TV rumors. Then, Conor quizzes Andrew on Star Wars book titles, before eventually jumping into a review of Star Wars: Heir to the Jedi, a novel by Kevin Hearne.

Comics With Kenobi
Comics With Kenobi #83 -- I've Seen Fire and I've Seen Rain

Comics With Kenobi

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2018 73:41


It was a quiet week in Star Wars comics until it wasn't.Jeff McGee and Matt Moore discuss Chuck Wendig's reveal that he's been "fired" by Marvel, the implications it may have and the reactions it's drawn. Also discussed? The solid and deft debut of Robbie Thompson and Will Sliney's first issue of the Solo: A Star Wars Story adaptation seven-issue mini series, for one. Then there's the genuinely creepy stories found the in the first two issues of the five-issue IDW Publishing Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle written by Cavan Scott and illustrated by Derek Charm and a rotating cast of artists.This week's Star Wars comics include:Darth Vader #22Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle #3Star Wars Epic CollectionThe New Republic Vol. 4 (Collects the Dark Horse-published Star Wars: Heir to the Empire #1-6, Star Wars: Dark Force Rising, #1-6 and Star Wars: The Last Command #1-6)Stay in touch and up to date by following us on Twitter and Facebook.Like what you hear? Go to iTunes and leave us a rating and review. Subscribe to all of the Coffee With Kenobi network podcasts, including Lattes With Leia, Legends Library, Looking for Lucasfilm, Coffee With Kenobi, Resistance Reactions and Rebels Reactions.

Book Power for Kids!
Episode 012 - Star Wars: Heir to the Empire

Book Power for Kids!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2017 8:36


Star Wars: Heir to the Empire by Timothy Zahn reviewed by Chaska, age 10, and acted out by the Power Family with help from Eric Appleyard.   For questions or to suggest a book for us to review email us at bookpowerforkids@gmail.com .   Our website is http://bookpowerforkids.podomatic.com/, or visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bookpowerforkids/ and Twitter @bookpower4kids   We are proud members of Kids Listen. For more quality children's podcasts visit http://www.kidslisten.org/members   All of our music was created using Music Maker Jam for non-commercial purposes, http://www.justaddmusic.net/en/ . Credit to http://www.freesfx.co.uk for the electricity sound effects.      Thanks for listening!

The Anything Goes Podcast
Star Wars - Heir To The Empire

The Anything Goes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2017 157:12


Today Tim, Rob, and Dakota dive deep into the Star Ware Extended Universe by starting their new review series with the first book in the Thrawn trilogy! Rob's Facebook: www.facebook.com/reffinger92 Dakota's Instagram: www.instagram.com/dwiegand91/ Dakota's Twitter: twitter.com/dakotawiegand Dakota's Deviantart: dwdrawings.deviantart.com Dakota's Blog: cartoonbinge.blogspot.com/ Tim's Personal Twitter: twitter.com/TimothyRooney2 Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/GingerGeekpod Tim's Instagram: www.instagram.com/trooney1012/ Tim's Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ThroughTheLensProduction?fref=ts Tim's Youtube Page: www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7NCwl_…TQ?view_as=public

Tales from the Fandom
Episode 22: Kevin Hearne talks The Iron Druid Chronicles, Star Wars, and being an author

Tales from the Fandom

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2016 46:11


Kevin Hearne, author of The Iron Druid Chronicles and Star Wars: Heir to the Jedi, joins Tales from the Fandom for the 22nd episode. Kevin talks about his early fandom influences as well as what he is into now before we talk about his series, The Iron Druid Chronicles.  We discuss characters, books, fandom references in the series as well as his upcoming books including The Purloined Poodle, Besieged and more. He also talks about writing the Star Wars books, Heir to the Jedi, one of first books released that is considered Canon in the Star Wars universe. Kevin also talks about his journey from high school teacher to author, how he progressed and his advice to those who want to be writers. You can find Kevin Hearne at: www.kevinhearne.com https://www.facebook.com/authorkevin/ https://twitter.com/KevinHearne https://www.imzy.com/kevinhearne https://www.instagram.com/kevin_hearne/

So Many Damn Books
29: Ryan Britt & "Star Wars: Heir to the Empire"

So Many Damn Books

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2015 35:52


Ryan Britt stops by the Damn Library to explain the deeper meanings of why Luke Skywalker Can't Read (which is also the title of his new essay collection). The guys then discuss a classic Star Wars novel - Heir to the Empire by Timothy Zahn - over Pan Galactic Gargle Blasters. They also cover Christmas. And Ryan pitches a Dickens movie. 15 seconds of a Song: R2-D2 We Wish You a Merry Christmas   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Star Wars: A 602 Club Podcast Collection
Star Wars: Heir to the Empire

Star Wars: A 602 Club Podcast Collection

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2015 81:50


In the summer of 1991 many Star Wars fans found a treat in their local bookstore as the story of Luke, Han and Leia was officially continued in a new book, licensed by Lucasfilm. Written by Hugo Award-winning author Timothy Zahn, this story would become, for many fans, Episode VII and with The Force Awakens replacing the Star Wars Expanded Universe we look back at this beloved book. In this episode of The 602 Club host Ma’tthew R’ushing is joined by Bruuce Gibson and John Mi’lls to talk about Heir to the Empire. We discuss being back at the beginning, continuing the Original Trilogy, plot points, the Jedi path, new characters, things that worked and didn’t, wrapping up with our ratings. Originally posted as The 602 Club 56: Jedi Purgatory

The 602 Club: A Geekery Speakeasy
56: Jedi Purgatory

The 602 Club: A Geekery Speakeasy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2015 81:50


Star Wars: Heir to the Empire. In the summer of 1991 many Star Wars fans found a treat in their local bookstore as the story of Luke, Han and Leia was officially continued in a new book, licensed by Lucasfilm. Written by Hugo Award-winning author Timothy Zahn, this story would become, for many fans, Episode VII and with The Force Awakens replacing the Star Wars Expanded Universe we look back at this beloved book. In this episode of The 602 Club host Ma'tthew R'ushing is joined by Bruuce Gibson and John Mi'lls to talk about Heir to the Empire. We discuss being back at the beginning, continuing the Original Trilogy, plot points, the Jedi path, new characters, things that worked and didn't, wrapping up with our ratings. Host Ma'tthew R'ushing Guests Bruuce Gibson John Mi'lls Production Matthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) Norman C. Lao (Executive Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Charlynn Schmiedt (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Richard Marquez (Production Manager) Will Nguyen (Content Manager) Ken Tripp (Associate Producer) Davis Grayson (Associate Producer) Chapters Introduction (00:01:20) Back to the Beginning (00:04:16) Continuing the Original Trilogy (00:19:59) Plot Points (00:30:43) The Jedi Path (00:48:45) The New Characters (00:58:29) Things that Worked, Things that Didn't (01:07:22) Ratings (01:12:08) Send us your feedback! Twitter: @trekfm Facebook: http://facebook.com/trekfm Voicemail: http://www.speakpipe.com/trekfm Contact Form: http://www.trek.fm/contact Visit the Trek.fm website at http://trek.fm Subscribe in iTunes: http://itunes.com/trekfm Support the Network! Become a Trek.fm Patron on Patreon and help us keep Star Trek talk coming every week. We have great perks for you at http://patreon.com/trekfm

Fully Integrated Geeks: The FIGcast
Ep. 153: Trick or Treat

Fully Integrated Geeks: The FIGcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2014 164:33


(0:04:15) Blu Rays: (Snopiercer...Deliver Us from Evil), (0:06:55) Coming Attractions: (John Wick...Ouija...Nightcrawler), (0:12:25) Box Office: Fury and Ouija squeak into the top spots, (0:14:15) TV Talk: Doctor Who feels off, SHIELD is solid, The Walking Dead is crazy pants, The Flash and Gotham continue to be decent, Constantine premiered, (1:05:25) Darren: new job, old job, NYU Little Shop, little Homeland S4, (1:10:15) Tripp: The World of Ice & Fire … The Slow Regard of Silent Things … The Death of Wolverine … The Annotated Sandman, Vol. 3, (1:20:25) Shaun: Batman Zero Year v2, Star Wars: Heir to the Empire, Gone Girl, Boardwalk Empire S5, and Assassins Creed: Revelations, (1:36:00) Trey: no time, Shadow of Mordor, some comics, (1:46:50) Marvel answers DC's movie ultimatum in a big way

Fully Integrated Geeks: The FIGcast
Ep. 152: Teen Titans 2032

Fully Integrated Geeks: The FIGcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2014 142:09


(0:00:10) Trey has a new podcast!, (0:08:25) Blu Rays: (X-Men: Days of Future Past...Penny Dreadful S1), (0:12:55) Coming Attractions: (Fury...The Book of Life...The Best of Me), (0:18:30) Box Office: Gone Girl didn't leave the top spot, (0:31:15) TV Talk: The Walking Dead is back with a bang, Gotham is all over the place, SHEILD is hanging in there, (0:43:05) Darren: Gone Girl, WoD pre-patch, Life, the Universe and Everything, (0:50:30) Tripp: football, (0:51:15) Shaun: more Star Wars: Heir to the Empire, Green Lantern: The End, Valiant Comics Bundle (Harbinger, Bloodshot & Harbinger Wars) and Arrow S2, (1:15:45) Trey: Infinity, (1:26:30) Super-ambitious news from DC

Fully Integrated Geeks: The FIGcast
Ep. 151: Say Hi, Show

Fully Integrated Geeks: The FIGcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2014 141:51


(0:02:00) Blu Rays: (Transformers: Age of Extinction...Edge of Tomorrow or Live Die Repeat...American Horror Story: Coven...Vikings: S2), (0:18:50) Coming Attractions: (Gone Girl...Anabelle...Left Behind...Dracula Untold...Alexander...The Judge), (0:30:35) Box Office: The Equalizer and Gone Girl take the top spots, (0:31:15) TV Talk: The Strain is over, Doctor Who is in a funk, The Flash premiered, Gotham gets zany, and SHIELD is having a great season, (1:30:15) Darren: "Through the Glade" and "My Other Job," darts, new phone, new workey works, (1:54:40) Tripp: cedes his time, (1:57:30) Shaun: Wonder Woman v5, Boardwalk Empire s4, Star Wars: Heir to the Empire, world of sporting ball contests, (2:12:40) Trey: Some more Destiny. lots’o work. Remender’s Uncanny X-Force, Valiant and Oni Humble Indie Bundle

The More You Nerd
Special Edition: E3 Talk

The More You Nerd

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2013


ALL THE VIDEO GAMES! Unfortunately, Mike didn’t get through Heir to the Empire in time for this week’s episode. So, instead, he and Drew talk a little bit about E3 and what they expect to see. Listen in next week for Star Wars: Heir to the Empire!